Last Full Moon of 2025: Best Time to View Cold Supermoon at its Height

Get ready for chilly skies as the Cold Supermoon prepares to light up the night this week, marking the last full moon of 2025. The moon will reach its peak brightness on the morning of December 4, making Friday evening at sunset the ideal time for North American observers to enjoy the spectacle.

Understanding a Supermoon

The Cold Moon is named for the onset of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. A Supermoon happens when a full moon aligns with the Moons closest point to Earth in its orbit, known as perigee. This month, NASA reports the Moon will be approximately 221,813 miles from Earth when it reaches full phase.

To witness the full beauty of the Cold Supermoon, find a location with an unobstructed view to the east and watch as it rises Friday evening.

Moon Phases and Supermoon Patterns

December continues a streak of three consecutive months featuring a Supermoon in the first week. This recurring phenomenon allows the Moon to appear larger and brighter than usual because of its proximity to Earth. The Cold Supermoon is the third and final of these consecutive Supermoons for the year.

If you miss the display on Friday, dont worry2026 will bring another series of Supermoons to enjoy, starting in early January.

Author: Jackson Miller