Mark your calendars for the lunar event of the month, as July’s Buck Moon is set to rise over NYC on Thursday, July 10th. Here’s everything you need to know about the Buck Moon.
When will the Buck Moon reach peak illumination?
The Buck Moon will reach peak illumination at 4:37pm on Thursday, July 10th. Of course, New Yorkers will have a better view of the full moon once the sun goes down (~8:28pm) and around moonrise (just after 8:50pm).
The Buck Moon will appear full the night before and the night after, giving sky gazers three days to admire the moon’s “full” appearance.
Why is it called the Buck Moon?
The name originates from Native American, colonial…..