Skygazers may be ready for the upcoming astronomical spectacle that will translate the sky on 12 February, called Snow Moon. This astronomical event gives its name from heavy snowfall of the month. According to some original American tribes, it is a hungry moon that reflects the lack of mid-shelter food, while others called it The Beer Moon.
The word bear moon refers to the time when bears are born. Other popular names in Celtic and old English traditions of this astronomical phenomenon are Hurricane Moon, Ice Moon, or Snow Moon.
Will Snow Moon appear in India?
According to Space.com, this breathtaking astronomical event comes closely after a brief eclipse of Mars of the moon. According to the time and date, Skygars in India can catch a glimpse of this mesmerized lunar incident known as Snow Moon.
When to see Snow Moon?
On February 12, IST, Snow Moon will translate the sky at 7:23 pm. The second full moon of this year, especially Snow Moon, will illuminate the sky today.
Snow Moon 2026: Will this lunar event be seen in India?
According to the time and date, the next Snow Moon will appear on February 2, 2026. Skygazers will be able to hold a scene of this spectacle at IST at 3:39 pm. In particular, time time for snow moon varies by time area.
The term “snow moon” originates from the original American and European traditions, as February is often the most icy month in the United States. Some cultures also refer to it as Hunger Moon or Storm Moon, which highlights winter difficulties. This year, Snow Moon will appear in the Leo Nakshatra.
The best time to see snow moon
The best time to see Snow Moon is on February 12, when it will grow earlier at sunset and reach its highest point around midnight. On 11 and 13 February, you can catch almost full moon, if you miss it.
Snow Moon 2025: US Time
For those people in New York, the moon will increase on EST at 5:41 pm, soon after sunset at Los Angeles at 5:26 pm, the sunset will be on PST at 5:33 pm, PST at 5:57 pm with Moonrise.
