See February’s full snow moon and the last of the planetary parade
There will also be two total lunar eclipses that occur during the March and September full moon events. A lunar eclipse, which causes the moon to look dark or dimmed, occurs when Earth is between the sun and moon and the three celestial objects line up in a row so that the moon passes into our planet’s shadow.
February's Full Snow Moon dazzles in a flurry of stunning photos from around the world
The second full moon of 2024, the Snow Moon of February, wowed skywatchers around the world with a dazzling display last night. February's full moon rose on Wednesday (Feb. 12) and remained high in the sky for most of the night before finally setting with the morning sun.
What to know about February's full snow moon
The full moon in February was dubbed the snow moon due to the heavy snowfall typically seen this time of year, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac, which first began publishing names for full moons in the 1930s.
February's full 'snow moon' to grace the skies in peak illumination
The snow moon will reach peak illumination on Feb. 12 at 6:53 a.m. ET/7:53 a.m. CT. Other names linked to February's full moon include the Hungry Moon due to the scarce food sources and difficult hunting conditions during mid-winter, Time and Date reported, and the Bear Moon, referring to bear cubs being born this time of year.
February’s Snow Moon to grace sky with stunning twist next week
Sky gazers are in for a stunning treat of Snow Moon which will rise in the east with an orange glow.This event is going to be more special as the moon rises higher, a bright star or planet appears near it.
February's Snow Moon just happens to coincide with Wisconsin's snowstorm
The second full moon of 2025 is here. February's Snow Moon reached peak illumination Wednesday morning, but Wisconsinites will be able to see it in Wednesday's night sky. Plus, in a pure coincidence,
Kristen's Classroom: February's snow moon
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