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On October 9, the sky will be illuminated by the Hunter's Moon
On Sunday October 9, the full moon will look like a giant pumpkin in the sky. It is October's full moon, and it is called the Hunter's Moon. It will appear whole for two consecutive nights, offering double the chances to admire its jack-o'lantern-like glow.
This month's moon comes after September's Harvest Moon. it's also regarded as the beginning of the fall season since the autumnal equinox arrived on Sept. 22 — therefore, the Hunter's Moon marks the first full moon of fall!
If the Harvest Moon happens to rise in October, then the November full moon would be deemed the Hunter's Moon, per EarthSky.org. The next time that's expected to occur is in 2025.
While most full moons have a corresponding month, the Harvest Moon and the Hunter's Moon do not. Due to their association with the autumnal equinox, they are seasonal moons.
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Despite the Hunter's Moon arriving in either October or November, the meaning behind its title remains the same. It is believed that its name signifies the time to go hunting in preparation for the cold season ahead.
Like other full moons, October's moon has alternative names as well. They include Drying Rice Moon, Falling Leaves Moon, Freezing Moon, Ice Moon, and Migrating Moon.
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