Three “Super Moons” – full moons that appear larger than normal are due in July, August and September this summer – Â with the first appearing tonight, July 12th.
The best time to see tonight’s swollen orb is at moonrise when it’s low-hanging and can be framed by a view through trees, or behind your neighbor’s house, Â around 8:15 pm.
The mini 3 minute NASA movie, below, will give you just enough information to describe (to your kids or spouse or friends) just why this plump “perigee” moon seems so much larger than a regular full moon.
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