Wolf Supermoon Rises January 3: Brighter, Bigger Celestial Spectacle Awaits

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Firstpost•02-01-2026, 18:08
Wolf Supermoon Rises January 3: Brighter, Bigger Celestial Spectacle Awaits
- •The 'Wolf Supermoon' will grace skies globally on January 3, offering a brighter and larger Moon.
- •A supermoon occurs when the Moon is full and at perigee, its closest point to Earth, appearing up to 14% larger and 30% brighter.
- •Named the 'Wolf Moon' due to the historical belief of increased wolf activity and howling in January.
- •Peak visibility is around 5 am EST globally, and 5:45 pm local time in India; best viewed at moonrise or moonset.
- •This will be the first of three supermoons in 2026, with the largest expected on December 24.
Why It Matters: Don't miss the January 3rd Wolf Supermoon, appearing significantly larger and brighter than usual.
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