11-03-2016, 09:56 PM
RustySuperduperhyper Moon
On 11/14/16, the full moon will appear larger than any time since 1948. While this is rare, it's not going to ne all that spectacular, as it will appear only 7% bigger than its smallest.
The Moon will be at perigee (Closest in its orbit around Earth). It hits perigee avery orbit, but only occasionally does this closest approach coincide with a full Moon.
So will it be spectacular? No. But if it's on your Bucket List, don't miss it.
Rusty
"StaRV II"'94 28' Breakaway: MilSpec AMG 6.5L TD 230HP
Nelson and Chester, not-spoiled Golden Retrievers
Sometimes I think we're alone in the universe, and sometimes I think we're not.
In either case the idea is quite staggering. - Arthur C. Clarke
It was a woman who drove me to drink, and I've been searching thirty years to find her and thank her - W. C. Fields
Rusty
"StaRV II"'94 28' Breakaway: MilSpec AMG 6.5L TD 230HP
Nelson and Chester, not-spoiled Golden Retrievers
Sometimes I think we're alone in the universe, and sometimes I think we're not.
In either case the idea is quite staggering. - Arthur C. Clarke
It was a woman who drove me to drink, and I've been searching thirty years to find her and thank her - W. C. Fields
Rusty
"StaRV II"'94 28' Breakaway: MilSpec AMG 6.5L TD 230HP
Nelson and Chester, not-spoiled Golden Retrievers
Sometimes I think we're alone in the universe, and sometimes I think we're not.
In either case the idea is quite staggering. - Arthur C. Clarke
It was a woman who drove me to drink, and I've been searching thirty years to find her and thank her - W. C. Fields
11-13-2016, 10:12 PM
Bill N.Y.Growing up, it seems to me, that the moon was much bigger and a little bit brighter way back when.
Nowadays it appears that the moon has orbited farther out. I'm sure it's just me.
11-13-2016, 10:49 PM
Kevinquote:
Originally posted by Bill N.Y.:
Nowadays it appears that the moon has orbited farther out. I'm sure it's just me.
Maybe you just need glasses.
11-14-2016, 12:37 AM
RustyIt has increased its mean distance from Earth about ¼" since you were a youngster.
Most likely this is a result of the optical illusion that the Moon appears bigger at the horizon than at the zenith.
Rusty
"StaRV II"'94 28' Breakaway: MilSpec AMG 6.5L TD 230HP
Nelson and Chester, not-spoiled Golden Retrievers
Sometimes I think we're alone in the universe, and sometimes I think we're not.
In either case the idea is quite staggering. - Arthur C. Clarke
It was a woman who drove me to drink, and I've been searching thirty years to find her and thank her - W. C. Fields
11-14-2016, 09:05 AM
Kevinquote:
Originally posted by Rusty:
It has increased its mean distance from Earth about ¼" since you were a youngster.
¼" ? How many Harbor Freight free tape measures did you have to link together to get the measurement Rusty?
From you link above I think we need to measure it again in 2034 and compare again.
Tonight's the night!
11-14-2016, 12:57 PM
Mary RayIt was a very pretty and bright moon last night. Glad I got to see cause I won't be around next time it happens.
