Super moon over Stockholm

A supermoon occurs when a full moon or new moon coincides with the moon's closest approach to Earth in its orbit, known as perigee. This makes the moon appear larger and brighter in the sky than usual.

Because the moon's orbit around Earth is not a perfect circle but rather elliptical, its distance from Earth varies. When a full moon happens at or near the perigee, it can look up to 14% larger and 30% brighter than a typical full moon. The effect is most noticeable when the moon is near the horizon, creating a stunning visual experience.

Supermoons are relatively common, occurring several times a year, and they often capture the public's imagination due to their striking appearance.

On August 19 the full moon shone over Stockholm. I captured the image wtih my Fujifilm GFX50r and GF 110mm f/2.0.

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