Twinkling Christmas lights are beginning to appear, and our skies are also hamming it up to add some sparkle to the scene. Nope, we’re not done with the series of supermoons and meteor showers for the rest of the year, with not one but two celestial treats in store for us this November.
First up is a glowing Beaver Moon – the second Supermoon of the year following October's Harvest Moon. Expected to be visible on November 5, from 7.30pm onwards, the moon will appear larger and more magnificent than a regular full moon on this day.
Why the cute name? The moniker comes from how beavers often build their dams and gather food in preparation for winter. You won’t spot any beavers, of course, but if you’re living near a reservoir or large nature spot, don’t be surprised to see a cheeky local otter or two joining the party.
Next comes the Taurids Meteor Shower, named for how it originates from where the Taurus constellation is. The Southern Taurids are predicted to peak on November 5 – the same day as the Beaver Moon – while the Northern Taurids should peak on November 9. That’s two chances to catch a glimpse of the meteors’ trails in the sky, which we commonly know as shooting stars. According to Science Centre Singapore, sky watchers can expect to see around 10 meteors per hour and even occasional fireballs, should we be blessed with agreeable weather.
You’ll have to stay up late for this one, though; the Science Centre Singapore advises that the best time to view the Taurids Meteor Shower is between midnight and 4am.
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