The lunar calendar year ends with November’s “Beaver Moon,” marking the last supermoon of 2024, following a series that began in August.

Supermoons appear larger and brighter due to the moon being closer to Earth.

November’s full moon, named for beavers preparing for winter, follows other monthly names linked to nature, like the “Wolf Moon” in January and the “Snow Moon” in February.

This month also coincides with the peak of the Leonid meteor showers (November 16-18), though the moonlight may hinder optimal viewing, the Beaumont Enterprise has reported.

December will conclude the year with the “Cold Moon” on December 15.

Written by B.C. Begley