Final Supermoon of 2024, the Beaver Moon, Illuminates the Night Sky

Tonight's celestial event marks the last supermoon of the year, visible alongside the Pleiades star cluster and the Leonid meteor shower.

The Beaver Moon, named for the time when beavers prepare for winter, is the last supermoon of 2024.
A supermoon occurs when the full moon is closest to Earth, appearing larger and brighter than usual.
Weather conditions will affect visibility, with clear skies expected in the southern U.S., while the Midwest and parts of the West face cloud cover.
The full moon will reach peak brightness at 4:29 p.m. ET and will be visible worldwide, with optimal viewing just after sunset.
This supermoon coincides with the Leonid meteor shower and the Pleiades star cluster, though the moon's brightness may hinder star visibility.