India, Sept. 27 -- The full Moon that occurs closest to the autumnal equinox is called the Harvest Moon. Skywatchers enjoyed a bright spectacle in September 2026 when the full Moon reached its zenith on September 26. The Moon was also near Saturn in the night sky, allowing viewers to see the two objects in the same part of the sky.

When Did The Harvest Moon Reach Its Peak?

The September full Moon reached peak illumination at around 10:19 PM IST on September 26. The Moon continued to look nearly full during the following night, meaning people in some locations could still enjoy a bright full-Moon appearance on September 27.

Where Was The Moon-Saturn Event Visible?

The event was visible from many parts of the world, rather than being li...