Kansans are in for a special treat this Friday evening as they will be able to witness a remarkable full moon event in Topeka, Kansas.
KSNT News recently had a conversation with NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Brenda Culbertson regarding the forthcoming ‘Snow Moon’ that is expected to grace the night sky on February 23 and continue into February 24. This celestial phenomenon is commonly referred to as a ‘micro Moon,’ in contrast to a ‘Super Moon.’
“A micro Moon occurs when the Full Moon coincides with apogee, which is the farthest point in the Moon’s orbit around Earth,” explained Culbertson.
During a Micro Moon event, the Moon appears smaller than usual. NASA has provided a photo that showcases the size difference between a Super Moon and a Micro Moon event.
The Moon goes by different names throughout the year, and one of its notable appellations is the Snow Moon. However, it is also referred to as the Storm, Hunger, Wolf, or Candles Moon, as stated on NASA’s website.
The names of the full Moons are rooted in European traditions or inspired by Native Americans, as the Maine Farmer’s Almanac began assigning names to them in the 1930s.
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