Stargazers in the U.S. will be dazzled this week as the closest—and largest—supermoon of the year graces the skies.

The Hunter's Moon will be the first full moon of autumn when it rises on Oct. 17. It will also be the third and closest supermoon of the year.

The hunter's moon – the first full moon of fall – will rise Thursday, Oct. 17, in the eastern sky around sunset. As an added bonus, this month's full moon will also be a supermoon. Although it will reach peak illumination at 7:26 a.

This week's full moon is called the Hunter's Moon. It's also a supermoon, which is expected to be the brightest one of the year so far.

October’s full Moon is often known as the Hunter’s Moon, and this year’s happens when our celestial neighbor is closest, earning Supermoon status.

Everything you need to know about the full “Hunter’s Moon” including exactly when, where and how to see it at its best from where you are.

Since 1710, October's full moon has been dubbed the Hunter's Moon, signalling the time when farmers and hunters would stock up on food before the winter sets in. With fields harve