LOUISVILLE, Ky. —

The skies will be brightened by the light of the August full moon this weekend. This content is imported from Giphy. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.

August’s full Sturgeon moon will reach peak illumination early Saturday at 3:55 a.m., but will appear full as early as Friday night.

Saturday night, skies will be mostly clear, so should be good for viewing around Louisville.

Hearst Owned August Full Moon

The name of this moon comes from the abundance of sturgeon fish in the Great Lakes and other bodies of water, making them easier to catch, according to the Farmer's Almanac . This content is imported from Giphy. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or y

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