Catch the rise of the Super Cold Moon on the night of Dec. 4-5. AccuWeather's Anna Azallion explains the origins of this month's full moon and why it's being called a supermoon.
00:00I'm cold, you're cold, the moon is cold, or at least that's the idea behind the name of the next full moon, which is also a super moon.
00:11The night of December 4th into the 5th, we'll see the last full moon of the year, called the Cold Moon.
00:16Its name comes from the arrival of Arctic air across North America.
00:20Perfect timing for the winter chill that many of us are experiencing right now.
00:24And this one is extra special because it's a super moon, so you could call it the super cold moon.
00:30That happens when the moon is at its closest point to Earth, which is called perigee, and it makes it appear slightly bigger and brighter than usual.
00:37It's hard to notice with the naked eye, but when it rises above the horizon, an optical illusion makes it look even larger, which makes it perfect as a backdrop for seasonal photos.
00:47Now, this moon also goes by other names, the Wintermaker Moon, the Long Night Moon, and the Little Spirit Moon, so pick your favorite, I guess.
00:54But they're all reminders of the season's chill and long nights.
00:58So bundle up, enjoy the view, and of course, you can check the AccuWeather app for all of your local stargazing forecasts.
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