When is the next full moon? What Tennesseans need to know about July's 'Buck Moon' 2025
Like many other full moon names, July's full moon is rooted in natural cycles and cultural traditions, marking a moment when nature's rhythms are visible in the night sky.
Here's what to know.
July's full moon will rise on July 10.
According to the Old Farmer's Almanac, the Buck Moon will reach peak illumination at 3:37 p.m. Central Time when it will be below the horizon. Sky gazers should plan to look towards the southeast after sunset to watch it rise into the sky.
July's full Moon is called the "Buck Moon" because it coincides with the time when male deer begin growing their antlers.
Like many full moon names, it originates from a mix of Native American, colonial American and European traditions, as recorded by The Old Farmer's Almanac. Historically, the names referred to the entire lunar month, not just the night of the full moon.
Other moon names also reflect seasonal animal behavior, such as "Feather Moulting Moon" (Cree) and the "Salmon Moon," a Tlingit term marking the return of salmon for harvest.
More: Milky Way season is here. How to see the cosmic show in Nashville on Fourth of July and beyond
Here are the rest of the full moons for 2025:
Aug. 9: Sturgeon Moon
Sept. 7: Harvest Moon
Oct. 6: Hunter's Moon
Nov. 5: Beaver Moon
Dec. 4: Cold Moon
Diana Leyva covers trending news and service journalism for the Tennessean. Contact her at Dleyva@gannett.com or follow her on X at @_leyvadiana
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