Moon
Uncover the stories, science, and symbolism behind the first Full Moon of summer in 2026.
From Europa to Titan: Exploring the Weirdest Moons in Space
Mark Your Calendar for May 2026’s Full Moons!
Explore spring’s first Full Moon and the traditional names that celebrate the season’s return.
Images on the Moon: The Man in the Moon and Other Legends
Learn what a New Moon looks like, why you can’t see it, and when the next New Moon will occur
March’s Full Worm Moon Comes With a Rare Lunar Eclipse
Good Luck, Bad Luck, and Moon Folklore
The same side of the Moon always faces Earth. So what's on the far side?
Interesting Facts About the Moon You Didn’t Learn in School
Uncover the story behind the Buck Moon and what makes July an important month in Moon lore.
Why December’s Full Moon is a Supermoon and Called the Cold Moon
Watch for November's Full Beaver Supermoon!
Lunar Perigee and Apogee and the Moon's Orbit
Feast Your Eyes on the Harvest Moon!
Explore ancient Moon superstitions and dream meanings—from omens of luck and love to eerie warnings written in the night sky.
Tide Terminology Explained: A Guide to Tides and Tidal Ranges
Discover Why February’s Moon is Called the Snow Moon and How to See It at Its Peak
Does the Moon Affect the Weather? A Historic Almanac Chart Explained
What causes tides on Earth and more facts
Learn why the full Moon appears larger near the horizon—and why it's all an optical illusion
The Full Moon's Effects on Your Behavior, Mood, and Health
Defining First Quarter Moon, Third Quarter Moon, and Half Moon
