December 2017 'supermoon': Everything you need to know

euronews Sunday, 3 December 2017 ()
December 2017 'supermoon': Everything you need to knowStargazers will tonight (December 3) be treated to a rare treat in the form of a "supermoon," during which the Moon appears larger and brighter in the sky.
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News video: The Only Supermoon Of 2017 Is Coming This Weekend

The Only Supermoon Of 2017 Is Coming This Weekend 00:34

 Because the moon travels along an elliptical path, sometimes it gets closer to Earth, which makes it appear larger in the night sky. This is known as a Supermoon and Sunday is your chance to see it up close and personal. According to NASA, when the moon is in this position it can be up to 14% closer...