In 2025, New Yorkers will have the opportunity to witness a total lunar eclipse and three consecutive supermoons during the year’s 12 full moons. Here is a guide to the full moons of 2025, including their names and when they will be visible in the night sky.
When is the Moon Full in 2025?
There will be a full moon in each calendar month of 2025 on the following dates: January 13, February 12, March 14, April 13, May 12, June 11, July 10, August 9, September 7, October 7, November 5, and December 4.
When Will the Total Lunar Eclipse Occur in 2025?
The total lunar eclipse, characterized by the moon turning orangish or reddish after entering Earth’s shadow, will take place on Friday, March 14, 2025, according to NASA. In New York, it is expected to start around 11:57 p.m. on Friday and last until 6:00 a.m. on Saturday. The maximum eclipse is scheduled to occur at 2:58 a.m.
When Are the Supermoons in 2025?
There will be three consecutive supermoons in 2025 on October 7, November 5, and December 4. These supermoons, known for appearing larger and brighter due to their proximity to Earth, can cause higher tides than usual.
January 2025: Wolf Moon
The full Wolf Moon will appear on Monday, January 13, 2025. January’s moon phases include First Quarter on January 6, Full Moon on January 13, Last Quarter on January 21, and New Moon on January 29.
February 2025: Snow Moon
The full Snow Moon will be visible on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. February’s moon phases include First Quarter on February 5, Full Moon on February 12, Last Quarter on February 20, and New Moon on February 28.
March 2025: Worm Moon
The full Worm Moon will grace the sky on Friday, March 14, 2025, coinciding with a total lunar eclipse. March’s phases include First Quarter on March 6, Full Moon on March 14, Last Quarter on March 22, and New Moon on March 29.
April 2025: Pink Moon
The full Pink Moon will illuminate the sky on Sunday, April 13, 2025. April’s phases include First Quarter on April 5, Full Moon on April 13, Last Quarter on April 21, and New Moon on April 27.
May 2025: Flower Moon
The full Flower Moon will bloom on Monday, May 12, 2025. May’s phases include New Moon on May 27, First Quarter on May 4, Full Moon on May 12, and Last Quarter on May 20.
June 2025: Strawberry Moon
The full Strawberry Moon will appear on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. June’s phases include New Moon on June 25, First Quarter on June 3, Full Moon on June 11, and Last Quarter on June 18.
July 2025: Buck Moon
The full Buck Moon will be visible on Thursday, July 10, 2025. July’s phases include New Moon on July 24, First Quarter on July 2, Full Moon on July 10, and Last Quarter on July 18.
August 2025: Sturgeon Moon
The full Sturgeon Moon will make its presence known on Saturday, August 9, 2025. August’s phases include First Quarter on August 31, First Quarter on August 1, Full Moon on August 9, Last Quarter on August 16, and New Moon on August 23.
September 2025: Harvest, Corn Moon
The full Harvest or Corn Moon will illuminate the sky on Sunday, September 7, 2025. September’s phases include First Quarter on September 29, Full Moon on September 7, Last Quarter on September 14, and New Moon on September 21.
October 2025: Hunter’s Moon
The full Hunter’s Moon will shine on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, marking the first of three consecutive supermoons. October’s phases include First Quarter on October 29, Full Moon on October 7, Last Quarter on October 13, and New Moon on October 21.
November 2025: Beaver Moon
The full Beaver Moon will light up the night sky on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, appearing as a supermoon. November’s phases include Full Moon on November 5, Last Quarter on November 12, New Moon on November 20, and First Quarter on November 28.
December 2025: Cold Moon
The full Cold Moon will close out the year on Thursday, December 4, 2025, also as a supermoon. December’s phases include Full Moon on December 4, Last Quarter on December 11, New Moon on December 20, and First Quarter on December 27.
In summary, 2025 promises an array of celestial events that will captivate observers throughout the year with the beauty and wonder of the moon’s phases.