Super Blue Blood Moon 2018

A rare and special astronomical event takes place January 31, 2018. It is a Super Blue Blood Moon. It is the second full Moon in January, which makes it a Blue Moon. The Moon will also be at its closest point to Earth in its orbit, which makes it a Super Moon. Simultaneously there will be a total lunar eclipse, visible in most of the world. This is known as a Blood Moon for its deep red blood-like color during the eclipse.