By Admin 
A special sight will be seen at the beginning of the new year. On the night of January 3, the Wolf Supermoon will light up the entire sky. This will be the first full moon of 2026 and will appear slightly larger and brighter than a normal full moon. This Moon will rise in the constellation of Gemini in the exact opposite direction to the Sun, making its view even more attractive.
A supermoon occurs when the full moon is at its closest point to Earth, called perigee. The Moon’s orbit is not completely round but oval, so its distance from the Earth keeps changing from time to time. When the Moon is closer to the Earth, it appears larger in size and brighter in light. On January 3, the Moon will be at a distance of approximately 3 lakh 62 thousand kilometers. Because of this, it can appear about 6 to 14 percent larger and 13 to 30 percent brighter than a normal full moon. Although this difference may not be very obvious to the eyes, its brightness can be clearly felt.
Why is this moon called Wolf Supermoon?
The full moon of January is traditionally called the Wolf Moon. The name is linked to the ancient folklore of the Northern Hemisphere, where stories of howling wolves were prevalent during the long winter nights. Today this name has become a cultural identity and is used to give a different identity to the full moon of every month. This time’s Wolf Moon is also special because it is not only a full moon but also a supermoon and at the same time the Earth is also close to the Sun. Due to this, the amount of sunlight falling on the Moon increases, making it one of the brightest lunar views of 2026.
When and how will this sight be seen in India?
This Wolf Supermoon will be visible in India soon after sunset on the evening of January 3. According to estimates, the Moon can be seen rising on the eastern horizon between 5:45 to 6:00 pm. Due to being near the horizon, the moon may appear light yellow or orange in color, which makes it more beautiful. This moon will be visible in the sky throughout the night and will set in the west by morning. The shining planet Jupiter can also be seen near the moon, which will make this astronomical view more special.
No equipment needed to view
No special equipment is needed to see this astronomical phenomenon. This sight can be easily seen with the naked eye. If you have a camera, binoculars or a telescope, you can capture its pictures even more brilliantly. This view will look more impressive when there is a clear sky.
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