The Brief
- The buck moon rises this week.
- It peaks at 7:36 a.m on Wednesday.
- The lunar event happens during an active time for meteor showers.
OAKLAND, Calif. – Skygazers will be treated to a mid-summer’s treat this week, with the rise of the full buck moon.
The full moon’s peak happens during daylight on Wednesday morning at 7:36 a.m., so experts say the best viewing times will be in the evening on Tuesday or Wednesday.
The Farmers’ Almanac said the viewing will be “perfect for an evening walk, backyard stargazing, or snapping a photo.”
Why is it called buck moon?
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