See ‘Snow Moon’ Rise To Set Up A ‘Blood Moon’ Eclipse

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.
In Photos: See The ‘Snow Moon’ Rise To Set Up A ‘Blood Moon’ Eclipse
The Snow Moon rose on Feb. 12, 2025, marking the end of Chinese New Year and setting up both the beginning of Ramadan and a total lunar eclipse for North America.
Snow Moon 2025: How To See February 2025's Full Moon
The second full moon of the year—arriving on February 12—takes its name from the dusting of snowfall common at this time of year.
February's full moon shines bright tonight. Here's what to expect from the Snow Moon
The moon reached its peak brightness at 8:53 a.m. EST (1353 GMT) on Feb. 12, but local moonrise and moonset times will depend on your location. As the February full moon rises, Mars will remain high in the sky to the upper right of the moon, creating a delightful skywatching scene.
Today’s Full Moon Sets Up Rare ‘Blood Moon’ Eclipse For North America
The rise of the "Snow Moon" today sets in motion a lunar orbit that will result in a total lunar eclipse for North America on March 14, 2025.
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.
The Spiritual Meaning Of February's Full Snow Moon
The Snow Moon may bring some unexpected blizzards, but tapping into the spiritual meaning of Feb. 12’s full moon can help you navigate the storm — and make your way through the other side even stronger.
Snow Moon Sets Behind Historic New Hampshire City
The full “snow moon” was captured setting behind a church steeple in picturesque Portsmouth, New Hampshire, on February 12. The full moon in February has been dubbed the snow moon due to the heavy snowfall typically seen this time of year,
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5 IMAGES OF THE FIRST FULL MOON OF 2025
The final image showcases the moon's craters and textures, enhancing our connection to this celestial body through detailed telescopic views.
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