Archive · 4 Nov 2025
November 2025 Beaver Moon: Largest Supermoon of the Year
The moon moves around the Earth in a path that isn't a perfect circle, so sometimes it's closer and sometimes farther away.
When a full moon happens when the moon is closest to us, it's called a supermoon and looks extra big and bright.
November's full moon in 2025 is special because it's a supermoon, making it the biggest and brightest one of the year!
It's called the Beaver Moon because long ago, people noticed that beavers were busy getting ready for winter and building their homes around this time.
This full moon is said to bring strong feelings and may make us think about what's valuable to us, like money or beautiful things.
Even though the moon is brightest in the morning, you'll see it best in the evening sky when it rises.
Just find a place with not too many lights, and you can enjoy the view with your own eyes!
November's Full Beaver Moon in 2025 will be the largest and brightest supermoon of the year.
The peak illumination occurs on November 5, 2025, at 8:19 AM ET.
It is called the Beaver Moon because beavers prepare for winter and build dams during this season.
The moon appears larger and brighter as it will be near its closest point to Earth (perigee) of 221,817 miles.
Optimal viewing times are the evenings of November 4 and 5, when the moon is low on the horizon and visible globally.
- Who
- Skywatchers
- What
- The Full Beaver Moon, the second and largest/brightest supermoon of 2025
- When
- Peaks on November 5, 2025, at 8:19 AM ET. Best viewing on the evenings of November 4 and 5.
- Where
- Visible globally, including India, North America, and London. Best viewed from open areas away from light pollution.
- Why
- The Moon reaches perigee (its closest point to Earth) during its full phase, creating a supermoon effect. The name 'Beaver Moon' originates from historical observations of beavers preparing for winter and Native American/early European traditions.
Astrological Interpretation
Astronomical Fact
Significance and Effects
Astrological Interpretation
The November full moon, associated with Taurus, draws attention to values, worth, luxury, and beauty, potentially leading to heightened emotions, impulsive behavior, dramatic events, and a craving for material possessions. It is also linked to increased vivid dreams and cleansing of mind, body, and spirit.
Astronomical Fact
The November full moon is the second supermoon of the year, appearing larger and brighter because it is at its closest point to Earth in its orbit (perigee).
- Peak Illumination
- November 5, 2025, 8:19 AM ET
- Name Origin
- Named after beavers preparing for winter and building dams before rivers freeze.
- Viewing Opportunity (North America)
- Evenings of November 4 and 5, 2025, when it is low on the horizon.
- Location Specific Viewing (India)
- Evening of November 5, 2025, between 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm IST, when low on the horizon.
- Viewing Requirements
- No special equipment needed; best viewed in open areas with less light pollution.
Sources
Full Moon November 2025: Best Time And Place To See Beaver Moon; Check Timings For NY, LA, London
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