المملكة: The rare harvest moon…the first giant moon in 2025 to decorate the Kingdom’s sky

It was observed at dawn today in the sky of the northern border region "Harvest Moon"which is considered the first giant moon to be witnessed in the year 2025 AD, as it reached full moon at 6:48 AM on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 AD, and was at that time at an estimated distance of 361,455.9 kilometers from Earth, in a wonderful celestial scene that attracted the attention of those interested in astronomy and lovers of natural phenomena.

This moon is called "Harvest moon" Because in the past, it helped farmers complete harvest work at night, benefiting from its bright light that lasts for longer hours than usual.

This moon is classified as "giant" Because of its relative proximity to the Earth, which makes it appear larger and brighter than the usual moons by about 14%.

The appearance of "Harvest moon" This year is a rare astronomical event, as it combines the fact that it is the first giant moon of the year, and its location in the Earth’s orbit around the sun (ascension node), which makes it rise almost from the direction of the true east, to form a painting that combines scientific beauty and visual magic.