A rare Blue Micromoon was observed in June 2026. A Blue Moon refers to the third full moon in an astronomical season that has four full moons (or the second full moon in a calendar month). A Micromoon occurs when the full moon coincides with the Moon being at or near apogee (farthest point from Earth), making it appear slightly smaller and dimmer than usual. This combination — a Blue Micromoon — is a relatively rare celestial event.
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Rare Blue Micromoon Observed in June 2026; Third Full Moon in Astronomical Season
Key Points
- A rare Blue Micromoon was observed in June 2026
- A Blue Moon refers to the third full moon in an astronomical season that has four full moons (or the second full moon in a calendar month)
- A Micromoon occurs when the full moon coincides with the Moon being at or near apogee (farthest point from Earth), making it appear slightly smaller and dimmer than usual
- This combination — a Blue Micromoon — is a relatively rare celestial event
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• Blue Moon: 3rd full moon in an astronomical season with 4 full moons (or 2nd in a calendar month) • Micromoon: full moon near apogee (Moon farthest from Earth) → appears smaller • Supermoon: full moon near perigee (closest to Earth) → appears larger and brighter
