If you thought the recent Blood Moon – which doesn’t come by often – was already a rare celestial treat, the universe clearly isn’t done spoiling us. And honestly, we’re not complaining, because there’ll be not 1, not 2, but 3 supermoons making their grand appearance in Singapore’s skies before 2025 comes to a close.
Here’s when to catch them, including a few tips on how to spot these giants at their brightest.
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I had the same question too, and did some quick Googling so you don’t have to. NASA’s explanation can get a little science-y, but here’s the gist: a supermoon happens when the moon looks bigger and brighter than usual because it’s at its closest point to Earth in its orbit – a spot called perigee.
The moon doesn’t orbit us in a perfect circle, so sometimes it’s nearer and sometimes it’s farther away. When a full moon happens to line up with that closest point, we get a supermoon. They aren’t super rare, but they only pop up about 3 to 4 times a year, usually back-to-back.
Fun fact: “supermoon” isn’t an official astronomical term, but it’s the easiest way to describe that extra-bright, extra-large moon we all love snapping pics of.
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According to the Observatory at Science Centre Singapore, the dates to look out for are 7th October, 5th November, and 4th December 2025.
The first one, the Harvest Moon, will rise on 7th October around 7pm, and should be clearly visible from 8pm onwards pretty much anywhere in Singapore, as long as the skies stay clear.
As for the November and December supermoons, exact timings haven’t been confirmed yet. But at least you know the dates, so you can start planning your moon-gazing sesh.
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You won’t need any fancy telescopes or camera gear – just a good spot with clear skies. It’s recommended to head to open spaces like Marina Barrage, East Coast Park, and the Southern Ridges for an unobstructed, elevated view of the moon in all its glory.
Or, visit one of Singapore’s many scenic vantage points for a moon-gazing experience that comes with a side of city views.
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There’s more to be excited about – mark your calendars to catch the Draconid meteor shower from 7th to 10th October 2025, peaking on 8th October.
And the best part is this meteor shower is visible to the naked eye, although its intensity varies from year to year, so consider yourself lucky if you catch a few streaks across the sky.
For the clearest view, head to darker spots where the skies aren’t drowned out by the city lights.
Bring someone special and pick your favourite open spot – clear skies and a little bit of patience are all you need for a night to remember.
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Cover image adapted from: @andrers2b via Reddit, NASA Science
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