This December cold moon is the last supermoon of 2025
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Supermoons happen a few times a year in clusters, and Thursday night’s event is the last of three in a row in 2025.
The Moon is getting 1½ inches (3.8 centimeters) farther away from the Earth every year. Scientists measure the distance to the Moon by bouncing lasers off mirrors placed there by space probes and astronauts.
December's Cold Moon peaks Thursday, and it's another supermoon. That means the moon is in its closest approach to Earth in accordance with the month's full moon. Some won't see the full moon at 100% full due to clouds and rain/wintry mix.
Dec. 4 is the last supermoon of 2025.
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