At a glance
• The year’s second and brightest supermoon - the Beaver Supermoon - appears on November 5, Bonfire Night
• This supermoon will be the closest, biggest, and brightest full moon of 2025, appearing up to 14% larger and 30% brighter than usual; it rises around 3:55 pm and reaches its closest point to Earth at 10:30pm
• Best seen from high, open spots like Parliament Hill, Primrose Hill, or Greenwich Park; skies may be cloudy but rain should clear
The second supermoon of the year is coming to a sky near you on November 5 and here’s how to make sure you catch it in all its glory.