The current full moon tonight is the Beaver Moon (November full moon), and this particular occurrence is a supermoon—meaning the Moon is at or near its closest approach to Earth in its orbit, which makes it appear larger and brighter than usual. The peak full-moon moment for November 2025 occurs around early this morning local time, with observers often treated to a strikingly large disk as it rises and remains bright into the evening. What this means for you
- Bright, large moonlight: Expect a notably bright sky and strong, long shadows from moonlight on clear nights.
- Best viewing times: The Moon rises in the late afternoon to early evening and remains prominent in the sky through the night, depending on your location.
- Nearby sky features: Look toward Aries early in the evening and then into Taurus as the Moon moves across the sky; nearby star clusters and constellations like the Pleiades can be good binocular targets while the Moon is up.
Tips for observing
- Find a dark-sky site or go outdoors after dusk for the best contrast against the night sky.
- Use a Moon filter or avoid over-zooming with telescopes to preserve detail, as the Moon is very bright during a supermoon.
- Bring a warm layer; November evenings can be chilly, and the Moon’s brightness can affect visibility of fainter stars.
If you’d like, specify your city or time zone and I can give you exact rise/set times and the Moon’s position in the sky for tonight.
