Wednesday, 23 December 2026
December supermoon
The final and closest supermoon of 2026 on 23 December — a full Moon near its closest approach to Earth, appearing slightly larger and noticeably brighter. Lovely to the eye, especially rising near the horizon.
Best visibility
Both hemispheres
Moon in 2026
The full Moon at its closest — biggest and brightest of the year.
How to see it
- Watch it rise in the east around sunset for the biggest-looking 'moon illusion'.
- No equipment needed; binoculars reveal craters along the terminator (there isn't one at full, so aim a night either side for detail).
- Great for photos with a foreground on the horizon.