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Full Beaver Supermoon to Illuminate Taurids Meteor Shower

10/31/2025

Summary

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On November 5, 2025, the Full Beaver Supermoon will be the closest moon of the year at about 356,980 kilometers, coinciding with the Taurids peak.
The Taurids, with Northern and Southern streams, are expected to yield about 5–10 meteors per hour, best viewed between midnight and 4 a.m. in Singapore.
Observers should seek dark, open spaces for the best viewing.
The Leonids will follow, peaking from November 17 to 19.

History

Historical Context

The Leonids meteor shower, particularly the spectacular storm of November 12-13, 1833, captivated North America with an estimated 100,000 meteors per hour. This event significantly advanced the scientific study of meteors, previously thought to be atmospheric phenomena. It inspired astronomers like William C. Bond and highlighted humanity's enduring fascination with celestial events, a trend that continues today with meteor showers and supermoons.

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Story summary

On November 5, 2025, the Full Beaver Supermoon will be the closest moon of the year at about 356,980 kilometers, coinciding with the Taurids peak.
The Taurids, with Northern and Southern streams, are expected to yield about 5–10 meteors per hour, best viewed between midnight and 4 a.m. in Singapore.
Observers should seek dark, open spaces for the best viewing.
The Leonids will follow, peaking from November 17 to 19.

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