Harvesters' moon ... what is it and when does it appear?

2020-09-27 2020-09-27T12:49:15Z
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Arab Weather - All regions of the globe are witnessing the first Thursday of October, the so-called Harvesters Moon phenomenon, which is considered an opportunity for photography enthusiasts.

The Harvesters' Moon reappears once every year with the same date, and this name came because of its occurrence in the harvest season, and that on such nights the farmers are able to continue harvesting wheat. Because the moonlight is strong during this night.

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Things you need to know about the Harvester Moon:

  • The moon in the “full moon phase” closest to the autumn equinox is called the “harvest moon”.
  • The "Harvesters' Moon" was called by this name; Because farmers in the past used to rely on the lighting of the moon to extend their working hours after the hours of sunset.
  • It can be seen from anywhere in the world, provided the atmosphere is clear of clouds, fog and dust.
  • The Harvester's moon shines earlier and sets later compared to the rest of the full moon during the year, so it provides additional hours of illumination.
  • It is characterized by its strong lighting
  • The Harvesters Moon is an opportunity for all lovers of nature, astronomical events and night photography, to capture beautiful photos under the moonlight at night.

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This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.
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