November 2026: Shooting Stars and the Supermoon in the Italian Sky
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November 2026 offers two astronomical spectacles not to be missed. The first is the peak of the Leonids meteor shower, expected in the night between 16 and 17 November. The second is the Beaver Supermoon, which will arrive on 24 November.
The Leonids are a meteor shower associated with comet Tempel-Tuttle. The shooting stars appear to come from the constellation Leo, which gives them their name. To observe them at their best, it is advisable to move away from city lights, find a place with a dark sky, and wait for your eyes to adjust to the darkness. Generally, observation is best after midnight, when the sky is darker.
The Beaver Supermoon is the full Moon of the month of November. It is called a "supermoon" because it occurs near perigee, that is, the point in its orbit closest to the Earth. For this reason, the lunar disc may appear larger and brighter than usual. The name "Beaver" derives from a tradition linked to the Native peoples of North America, who associated this time of year with preparing beaver lodges against the cold.
Both events are visible to the naked eye, so no telescopes or binoculars are needed. In Italy, however, visibility will depend on sky conditions and weather forecasts, which could change in the days leading up to the events. Anyone who wants to observe the sky should check the forecast before going out and choose a location far from light pollution.
Sources: tech.icrewplay.com
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