What is the snow moon? Here's when and how to see February's full moon rise in US
Unsurprisingly, the name of February's full moon became known as the snow moon since it rises in one of the snowiest months, on average, in the United States. Because bad weather and heavy snows made hunting difficult, the moon has also been called the hunger moon, according to NASA.
February's full 'snow moon' is scheduled 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.
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When is the next full moon? Here's when you can see February's Snow Moon in Michigan
Look up at night during the middle of next week to catch a glimpse of February's full moon illuminating Michigan skies. Here's what to know about the Snow Moon, peaking Feb. 12. The Snow Moon, February's full moon, will reach peak illumination Feb. 12. The previous full moon was January's Wolf Moon.
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