What is Blue Moon 2024 on Rakshabandhan poornima how to watch

Blue Moon 2024: Blue Moon will be visible across the world these days. On the occasion of Rakshabandhan in India, a Blue Moon (Super Blue Moon) will be seen today on 19th August. You may also be wondering whether the moon will really turn blue tonight? Actually in India it is a full moon, but in the world there are reasons to call it blue moon. We will tell you the definition of Blue Moon and also know its timing in India.

What is Blue Moon?

According to Time & Date, there are two different definitions of a Blue Moon. The first definition is for seasonal Blue Moon. In an astronomical season in which there are four full moons, the third full moon is called a blue moon. The full moon occurring today is a seasonal blue moon. It will be next seen in the year 2026. Additionally, there is also a monthly Blue Moon. This happens when there are two full moons in a month, then the second full moon is called a blue moon.

Supermoon will be visible today

The full moon of August 19 is not only a blue moon, it is also a supermoon. Supermoon means that the Moon will appear much larger in the sky today because it will be closest to the Earth. Supermoon and Blue Moon occur once in a few decades.

When will the blue moon be seen in India?

time and date AccordingThe moon will rise in the Indian capital at 6:57 pm. However, the full moon will be visible from 11:55 pm onwards. Blue Moon does not at all mean that the moon will appear blue. The moon will be visible in the sky for the next three days. For a better view, you should go to a place away from the city where the glare of the city is less.