On November 5, Thailand will experience an exceptional night: the closest supermoon of the year will coincide with the Loy Krathong festival.
Loy Krathong, also known as the Festival of Lights, will take place on November 5, but festivals will be held over several days in different locations, some of which have already begun.
See: Everything you need to know about Loy Krathong, the festival of lights in Thailand
The NARIT invites visitors to observe the Loy Krathong supermoon
Full moon in Thailand. Photo: ASEAN Now
The moon will be only 356,966 kilometers from Earth, appearing larger and brighter than usual.
This astronomical phenomenon is due to the elliptical orbit of the Moon, which reaches its closest point, or perigee, at an average distance of 357,000 kilometers from Earth.
Participants in Loy Krathong will be able to enjoy this visual spectacle when the moon rises around 5:30 PM and remains visible throughout the night.
To facilitate observation, NARIT will make telescopes available free of charge at five sites across the country:
Sirindhorn Astronomical Park in Chiang Mai and observatories in Chachoengsao, Khon Kaen, Nakhon Ratchasima, and Songkhla.
These events are scheduled from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, providing an excellent opportunity for enthusiasts to observe the super moon.
As the super full moon enhances the Loy Krathong festival, experts and enthusiasts eagerly await this conjunction of cultural and natural spectacle.
A Loy Krathong tribute to Queen Mother Sirikit
Photo of Queen Sirikit.
In addition to this astronomical event, a ceremony will pay tribute to the Queen Mother Sirikit, who passed away on October 24, in recognition of her significant contributions to the nation.
Participants are encouraged to wear subdued and respectful colors, adapted to the occasion.
See: Thailand: a more subdued Loy Krathong 2025, dedicated to Queen Mother Sirikit
Between tradition, tribute and celestial beauty, Loy Krathong 2025 promises to be one of the most memorable in recent years.
- Thailand will observe a super full moon on November 5, 2025.
- The event will coincide with the Loy Krathong festival.
- NARIT will install telescopes in five cities for observation.
See also:
Loy Krathong 2025: Bangkok opens 33 parks for the Festival of Lights
Source: ASEAN Now
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