The Full Moon in August is called the Sturgeon Moon, named after North America's largest fish. Find out why as well as other names for this Moon.

Jan 16, 2025 · August’s Full Sturgeon Moon will peak on Saturday, August 9. Why do we call is the Sturgeon Moon? Is it full of fish? We’ll explain what makes the August Moon special and how to view this gorgeous summer sight best.

The August 2023 full moon is known as the sturgeon moon. This year, it's also a supermoon and will be followed by a blue moon at the end of the month!

Aug 16, 2024 · According to timeanddate.com, August’s full moon was named the “Sturgeon Moon” to signify the large number of sturgeon fish that were found in the Great Lakes during this time of year.

What is a Sturgeon Moon? When is the next Sturgeon Moon? Sturgeon Moon definition, meaning, origin and dates. The full moon in August is the Sturgeon Moon

Oct 2, 2024 · The full Moon August 2025 is a fishy one indeed – the full “Sturgeon Moon.” Named for abundant fishing, particularly of lake sturgeon in late summer, the August Moon also has a variety of other names, each with connections to different cultures and the bounty of the season.

It’s also known as the Swan Flight Moon, Red Moon and Grain Moon.

Aug 1, 2023 · The full Moon after next will be Wednesday night, August 30, 2023, at appearing opposite the Sun (in Earth-based longitude) at 9:36 PM EDT. This full Moon will be the second full Moon in August, making it a Blue Moon by the newer definition introduced by Sky & Telescope magazine in 1946.

For the month of August, the full moon is called the Sturgeon moon. Here's what it symbolizes, plus how you can watch it.

What is a sturgeon moon? August’s full moon is called the sturgeon moon and is named after the large number of lake sturgeon fish found in the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain, according to...