The next full moon will arrive just days before Halloween.
Here's what to know about October's full moon, known as the Hunter's Moon.
When will New Yorkers see the Hunter's Moon?
The full Hunter's Moon will appear on Sunday, Oct. 25, and reach peak illumination early the next morning, at 12:11 a.m., according to Space.com.
According to the Old Farmer's Almanac, the moon will rise in the Rochester area at approximately 5:35 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, and set at 7 a.m. Monday, Oct. 26. In the White Plains area, moonrise will occur at approximately 5:24 p.m. Sunday, with moonset at 6:40 a.m. Monday.
The best time to view the full moon is Sunday evening around dusk, according to the Almanac. The Hunter's Moon will appear full and bright throughout the night and will look nearly full for several evenings
before and after its peak.
Why is it called the Hunter's Moon?
According to the Old Farmer's Almanac, the name reflects the seasonal shift from gathering crops to preparing meat for winter.
After September's Harvest Moon, fields are typically cleared, making it easier for hunters to spot and catch animals as they prepare to store food for the winter, the Almanac said.
What else is October's full moon called?
October's full moon has several other names, including the Falling Leaves Moon. Names vary among traditions and calendars. Other names include the Drying Rice Moon, Freezing Moon, Ice Moon and Migrating Moon.
In some years, October's full moon is the one closest to the autumnal equinox, making it the Harvest Moon. In those years, October's moon is called the Harvest Moon, while September's full moon is referred to as the Corn Moon. This year's Harvest Moon occurred Sept. 26, just four days after the autumnal equinox.
When is the November full moon in 2026?
The next full moon after the Hunter's Moon will be November's Beaver Moon.
This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Hunter's Moon 2026: When to see October's full moon
