When to See September’s ‘Harvest Moon’ – and Why This Full Moon Is Unusual
6 Articles
6 Articles
The Independent
The Independent (US)When to see September’s ‘Harvest Moon’ – and why this full moon is unusual
Unlike many other celestial spectacles, this month’s full Moon requires no special preparation
Unlike many other celestial phenomena, this month's full moon can be enjoyed without special equipment or preparations
September 27, 2026 will be the full moon, the "Harvest Moon." We'll explain the time of its maximum size, the best direction to view it from, and the origin of its name. We'll also cover the two-day difference between this full moon and the "Mid-Autumn Moon" on September 25, highlights of the night sky this month such as the evening star Venus, and information on the next full moon in October, the "Hunter's Moon"!
The perfect time to admire the moon is not tonight (Mid-Autumn Festival 2026).
When you suddenly wonder, "What day is it today?", here's some trivia you might want to share with someone. September 25th, 2026 is "Mid-Autumn Moon." While it's a beloved custom to admire the moon floating in the autumn night sky, it turns out that this year the Mid-Autumn Moon and the full moon don't coincide. According to the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ), the Mid-Autumn Moon in 2026 is on September 25th, and the full moon…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 100% of the sources lean Left
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
