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Live: First supermoon of the year rises over Mexico City
Live: First supermoon of the year rises over Mexico City

A "supermoon," or full perigee moon, is when the moon is located near its perigee, which makes it look big and round. The supermoon is expected to appear between the evening of August 1 and the early hours of August 2. Another "supermoon" this year will be visible on August 31, also the largest full moon of the year. Follow CGTN as we present you the first supermoon of the year rising over Mexico City! 

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Live: First supermoon of the year rises over Mexico City

A "supermoon," or full perigee moon, is when the moon is located near its perigee, which makes it look big and round. The supermoon is expected to appear between the evening of August 1 and the early hours of August 2. Another "supermoon" this year will be visible on August 31, also the largest full moon of the year. Follow CGTN as we present you the first supermoon of the year rising over Mexico City!