Mark your calendars for the evening of 17 September 2024, as Qatar prepares for a stunning celestial display. According to the Qatar Calendar House, residents will be treated to a spectacular super moon event. This phenomenon occurs when the full moon, in the lunar month of Rabi Al-Awwal, reaches its closest proximity to Earth.
مساء اليوم الثلاثاء سيحظى سكان دولة #قطر برؤية ظاهرة #القمر_العملاق، حيث سيبدو بدر شهر #ربیع_الاول خلال تلك الظاهرة أكبر حجمًا بنسبة 14% وأكثر سطوعًا بنسبة 30% من البدر المعتاد، وذلك بسبب وقوع القمر البدر 🌕عند أقرب نقطة من #الأرض 🌍، وستكون المسافة بينهما نحو 357.3 ألف كيلومتر. pic.twitter.com/IzA7oPR4B6
— دار التقويم القطري (@qat_ch) September 17, 2024
During this rare occurrence, the moon will appear approximately 14% larger and 30% brighter than usual, due to its proximity of around 357,300 kilometers from Earth. This increase in size and luminosity promises to offer a breathtaking sight for skywatchers throughout Qatar.
The Qatar Calendar House has shared this exciting news on their social media platforms, inviting everyone to enjoy this remarkable astronomical event. Don’t miss out on the chance to witness the supermoon, which offers an excellent opportunity for stargazing and photography.
For more updates on celestial events and astronomical phenomena, stay tuned to our blog.
Source: Qatar Calendar House
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