Curious about when and why each full moon in 2025 shines in the Texas sky?

Skywatchers will be entitled to a dozen full moons in 2025, as well as a total lunar eclipse and three super moonswriting NASAat the end of the year.

This is where you can enjoy the best moon sighting the sky has to offer.

When is the moon full in 2025?

There is a full moon shining every calendar month of 2025 on these 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.

Look up specific moonrise and moonset times in your zip code on the Old Farmers’ Almanac website.

When does the Full Wolf Moon occur in Texas in January 2025?

• Why is it called the Wolf Moon?The name comes from the howls of wolves during freezing January nights, as documented in Old Farmer’s Almanac. Native American tribes also called this moon Freeze Up Moon, Hard Moon, or Center Moon, marking the deep winter season.

When is the full snow moon in Texas in February 2025?

• Why is it called the Snow Moon?February’s full moon reflects the month’s heavy snowfall. Captain Jonathan Carver’s early writings recount Native American traditions linking this moon to winter’s most violent storms. Additional names include Bald Eagle Moon, Hungry Moon and Groundhog Moon.

• Lunar phases in February:

When is the full worm moon in Texas in March 2025?

• Why is it called the Worm Moon?This name celebrates the return of earthworms when the ground thaws, signaling the start of spring. However, it may also refer to beetle larvae emerging from thawed bark, according to the accounts of Captain Jonathan Carver. Other names include Crow Comes Back Moon, Eagle Moon and Sugar Moon.

• Special event: A total lunar eclipse will occur on March 14, visible throughout Texas and giving the moon a reddish tint.

When is the pink full moon in Texas in April 2025?

• Why is it called the Pink Moon?The Pink Moon is named for the early spring flowers of the ground phlox, known as “moss pink,” which are common in parts of North America. Other names include Breaking Ice Moon, Budding Moon and Sucker Moon.

When is the Full Flower Moon in Texas in May 2025?

• Why is it called the Flower Moon?The Flower Moon reflects the abundance of flowers that bloom across North America in May. Other names include Budding Moon, Frog Moon and Moon of Shedding Ponies.

When is the full strawberry moon in Texas in June 2025?

• Why is it called the Strawberry Moon?The Strawberry Moon marks the ripening of strawberries, traditionally harvested around June in the northeastern United States. Other names include Birth Moon, Hot Moon and Blooming Moon.

When is the full Buck Moon in Texas in July 2025?

• Why is it called the Buck Moon?The Buck Moon is named for the mature antlers of male, or buck, deer at this time of year. Other names include Thunder Moon and Hay Moon.

When is the Texas Sturgeon Full Moon in August 2025?

• Why is it called the Sturgeon Moon?Sturgeon Moon is named for the large fish that were abundant in the Great Lakes and other large bodies of water at that time. Other names include Green Corn Moon and Grain Moon.

When is the Full Corn Moon in Texas in September 2025?

• Why is it called the Corn Moon?The Corn Moon is named for the days when corn was commonly harvested in North America. Other names include Barley Moon and Fruit Moon.

• Lunar phases in September:

When is the Full Harvest Moon in Texas in October 2025?

• Why is it called the Harvest Moon?The Harvest Moon rises near the autumnal equinox, giving farmers extra light to harvest their crops. Other names include Hunter’s Moon and Travel Moon.

When is the Full Beaver Moon in Texas in November 2025?

• Why is it called the Beaver Moon?The Beaver Moon marks the time to set beaver traps before the marshes freeze over. Other names include Frost Moon and Mourning Moon.

• Lunar phases in November:

When is the cold full moon in Texas in December 2025?

• Why is it called the Cold Moon?The Cold Moon refers to the coldness that accompanies winter nights in December. Other names include Long Night Moon and Moon Before Yule.

• Lunar phases in December:

What does it mean when a full moon falls on a special occasion?

When a full moon falls during an important event, it is often considered a powerful symbol.

For a birthday, it can mean emotional growth and a new beginning. A wedding under the full moon is believed to bring harmony, love and luck. A full moon birth suggests that a child may have strong emotional depth and intuition. Either way, the full moon adds an element of illumination, transformation and positive energy to the event.

When a full moon coincides with the death of a loved one, it can represent closure and transition. The full moon is often associated with endings and completions, making it a poignant time to let go. Some believe it provides a sense of emotional clarity and helps loved ones find peace and healing.

This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Full Moon Calendar 2025: Dates, Times and History Behind Each Name