The Beaver Moon in November 2025 will be the year’s biggest and brightest supermoon, with peak illumination around the morning of Wednesday, November 5, 2025 (around 8:19 AM ET). It’s also visible the evenings of November 4 and 5, making it easily observable without special equipment on clear nights. Key takeaways
- What it is: A supermoon occurs when a full moon coincides with perigee, its closest point to Earth, making the Moon appear larger and brighter than usual. This November event is the second of three consecutive supermoons in 2025.
- When to view: You’ll have good visibility on the evenings of November 4 and 5. The exact peak, in terms of illumination, is on the morning of November 5 at about 8:19 AM ET, but you can still enjoy a large, bright Moon the night before and after.
- Why it’s called Beaver Moon: November’s full moon is traditionally known as the Beaver Moon, reflecting beaver activity in preparation for winter. This name is widely cited in almanac histories and several outlets note the coincide with a beaver-trapping period.
- How to observe: For the best view, find a flat, open horizon away from bright lights, check local cloud cover and weather, and give your eyes a few minutes to adjust after dusk. Binoculars or a small telescope can reveal surface details, though the naked eye will still show a noticeably larger Moon.
If you’d like, I can tailor viewing tips to your location (time windows, ideal elevation, and local weather considerations) or pull up the latest observing guides for this specific event.
