From Nov 4-6: GUJCOST set to organise ‘Supermoon Watch’ events

Slightly stronger tides, known as perigean spring tides, may also occur, though with minimal effect on daily life

Scientifically known as a perigee-syzygy, this phenomenon occurs when the Moon is at its full phase while being closest to Earth in its elliptical orbit (Representative image)

TO MARK the cosmic event – Supermoon – on November 5, the Gujarat Council on Science and Technology (GUJCOST) Gandhinagar, through its Regional Science Centres (RSCs) and Community Science Centres (CSCs) across every district of Gujarat, will organise special Supermoon Watch programmes on the evenings of November 4-6.

The night sky of 5 November will dazzle with the brightest and biggest Supermoon of the year, a celestial spectacle that will light up the skies across Gujarat and beyond, a statement issued by the Council on Monday said.

This extraordinary full Moon on November 5 will appear nearly 14 per cent larger and 30 per cent brighter than usual, as it reaches its closest point to Earth—about 357,000 kilometres away—offering a breathtaking view for skywatchers, said the statement.

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The November 5 Supermoon marks the second in a rare celestial series of four consecutive Supermoons gracing our skies from October 2025 to January 2026 — a mesmerizing lunar journey unfolding month after month, inspiring awe and curiosity across the heavens.

Scientifically known as a perigee-syzygy, this phenomenon occurs when the Moon is at its full phase while being closest to Earth in its elliptical orbit. The enhanced brightness and apparent size not only make it a treat for observers but also offer an excellent opportunity to learn about the dynamics of the Earth–Moon–Sun system. Slightly stronger tides, known as perigean spring tides, may also occur, though with minimal effect on daily life.

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