by July’s full Moon will rise after sunset in the evening of Saturday, July 4, before reaching peak illumination at 12:44 A.M. Eastern Time on Sunday, July 5.
Traditionally, the full Moon in July is called the Buck Moon because a buck’s antlers are in full growth mode at this time.
This full Moon was also known as the Thunder Moon because thunderstorms are so frequent during this month.
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Traditionally, the full Moon in July is called the Buck Moon because a buck’s antlers are in full growth mode at this time.
This full Moon was also known as the Thunder Moon because thunderstorms are so frequent during this month.
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