Images of the supermoon taken from a telescope in Christchurch overnight.
Astronomy experts believe a “spectacular” supermoon spotted in the overnight skies could be eclipsed in the coming months.
Stargazers and everyday onlookers are observing the moon as “bigger and brighter” than usual this week.
A supermoon, known as a Buck Moon, was seen over the skies of New Zealand and other spots around the globe overnight.
The event happens when the moon is at the closest point to Earth in its orbit.
NASA reported the supermoon was to appear from 7.39am Eastern Daylight Time on 3 July (11.39pm Monday NZT).
The moon will appear full for three days.
“It can be up to 30 percent brighter than its opposite;
There are two more supermoons due next month.
Otago Museum director Dr Ian Griffin said Monday’s full moon was the brightest of the year so far.
