Buzz
The night sky in numerous countries around the globe is being lit up by this year's final supermoon.
The presence of the 'sturgeon supermoon' has added an ethereal touch to The Shard tower in London, UK. Photo: AP
The August full moon, also known as the 'sturgeon supermoon,' is delivering a breathtaking spectacle for astronomy enthusiasts around the planet. This is also the last opportunity to behold the supermoon in 2022.
The moon appears as if it's suspended above skyscrapers in Frankfurt, Germany. Photo: AP
Supermoons can be over 14% larger and shine over 30% brighter than regular full moons. The names of supermoons are often associated with seasons in the year and closely linked to nature.
The moon resembling a glowing red orb rises from the sea off Dorset, England. Photo: Alamy
The reason the August full moon is called the 'sturgeon moon' is because at this time of year, fishermen will easily catch this type of fish.
Interestingly, a full moon typically occurs every 29.5 days, but a supermoon is a rarer phenomenon. According to the Ola Farmers' Almanac, 2022 has seen 4 supermoons on May 15th, June 14th, July 13th, and August 11th.
The moon appears above buildings in the capital city of Amman, Jordan. Photo: AFP
The supermoon illuminates the serene space around the Dovercourt Lower lighthouse in Essex, England. Photo: Shutterstock
The Camlica Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey. Photo: Getty Images
A small aircraft against the backdrop of the supermoon. Photo: AP
