The biggest moon tonight is the November 2025 full Moon, commonly called the Beaver Moon, which is also the year's largest and brightest supermoon. It reached its perigee (closest approach to Earth) around 6:20–8:20 PM local time, making it appear about 14% larger and up to about 30% brighter than an average full Moon, depending on atmospheric conditions and your viewing location. To see it at its best, observe shortly after sunset or around moonrise when it sits low on the horizon; it often appears especially large near the horizon due to the Moon illusion. What to look for and when to view
- Peak brightness and apparent size: near the perigee time for your time zone, which for this event occurred on the evening of November 5, 2025 local time in most regions.
- Visible characteristics: a full disk with a warm, orangish tint as it rises, sometimes enhanced by atmospheric scattering.
- Best viewing tips: choose a clear, unobstructed view with a low horizon (east or southeast in the evening for rising or southwest later in the night), use a modest telescope or binoculars to appreciate craters and maria, and avoid excessive light pollution.
Location-specific timing
- Moonrise and moonset times vary by location. To maximize your viewing experience, check a local almanac or astronomy app for:
- exact moonrise/moonset times
- the announced perigee moment for your time zone
- any weather updates that could affect visibility
If you’d like, provide your city or nearest town and I can give precise local times for moonrise, moonset, and perigee-based viewing windows for tonight.
