This is because it was a supermoon – a phenomenon that occurs when a new or full moon coincides with the moon’s closest, monthly point to Earth. Despite being referenced widely as a super pink moon, last night's lunar light show did not result in any noticeable change of colour. Instead, it takes its name from a pink wildflower which blooms in spring, in North America, around April time. Photographers from across the Portsmouth area, and some in wider Hampshire, captured the marvel as it happened for the first time since March 9, 2020. This one appeared bigger and brighter than that occasion.
1. Supermoon over Portsmouth
The April 7 supermoon looks beautiful above Portsmouth in this shot. Photo: Tony Hicks
2. Supermoon over Portsmouth
The April 7 supermoon looms over the chimneys of Fratton. Photo: Dave Wilkinson
3. Supermoon over Portsmouth
Tuesday's supermoon glimmers behind a branch. Photo: Sarah Standing (070420-648)
4. Supermoon over Portsmouth
A picture of the supermoon over Portsmouth and the surrounding areas, taken on Tuesday, April 7. Photo: Sarah Standing (070420-680)