After the shortest day on earth, now the deer moon happens. The full moon of July, traditionally known as the “full moon of the deer”, is a phenomenon that begins at the evening of Thursday (10) and remains visible throughout the night.
This will be the most distant full moon in the sun in 2025, as it happens after the phenomenon “Afélio” – point of the orbit of the earth where the planet is further from the star.
Your larger and more reddish/orange Compared to the traditional full moons, they have their peak at 5:30 pm (Brasília time). However, the best time to contemplate it from Brazil will be after sunset.
Where does the name “Full Moon of the deer come from?”
The full moon of July, known as the ‘Moon of the Deer’, is named after Coincide with the time when the northern hemisphere deer are beginning to develop new horns.
The origin, in fact, comes from the indigenous peoples of North America who used to name the phenomena – especially those of the lunar calendar – based on natural events that occurred at that time of year.
In addition to ‘deer moon’, the phenomenon is also known as the ‘moon of thunder’ or ‘herbs moon’. The first name alludes to the typical storms of this time of year in North America. The second has Celtic origin and refers to the period considered ideal for the harvest of medicinal plants.
How to watch the full moon – or full moon of the deer – July?
To have the best experience when observing the deer full moon, where the natural satellite of the Earth will be in one of its farthest positions in the sun in 2025, follow these tips:
- Choose the ideal location: Look for an environment with low light pollution and far from large buildings that may obstruct vision. Rural areas or urban parks away from the city’s lights are the best options;
- Use equipment (optional): Although the full moon is visible to the naked eye, binoculars or a telescope can significantly improve observation, allowing you to see more details of the lunar surface;
- See the weather forecast: Make sure the sky will be clean in dusk this Thursday (10). Cloudless sky conditions are essential for good visibility.
What are the names of the next full moons?
As there is a full moon each month and indigenous peoples used to name them based on natural events characteristic of each period, There are still five full moons to be observed this year. They are:
- Sturgeon Moon: It occurs in August, when the sturgeon – type of fish – is easily captured;
- Harvesting moon: It happens in September, being great for farmers, given their additional light for them to reap;
- Hunter’s moon: Occurs in October, the ideal period for hunting before winter in the northern hemisphere;
- Moon of the Beaver: It happens in November, when the people of the northern hemisphere observed the beaver building their burrows and dams before winter;
- Cold Moon: Occurs in December, it represents the beginning of winter in the northern hemisphere.
