If you're looking for a fun summer activity, witnessing celestial events is a great way to spend the night, and the August full moon is on its way.

So far this summer, we've had the July buck moon , the northern lights visible in some places and even a glimpse of the Milky Way . There's certainly more to come, such as a brill iant nova explosion that could happen soon, and you don't want to miss it.

When is the August full moon? Is the next full moon a supermoon? How did it get its name? Here's more on the August full moon.

When is the August full moon in 2025?

The August full moon, known as the sturgeon moon, will reach peak illumination on Saturday, Aug. 9, at 3:55 a.m. ET, according to Space.com .

Is the August full moon a supermoon?

There are five full moons remain

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