August's full moon is set to illuminate Oregon's night skies.

August's full moon is known as the sturgeon moon thanks to the giant fish that were once plentiful this time of the year in the waters of the northeastern United States.

The full moon will be visible just before the popular Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak around Aug. 12 to 13.

Here's what to know about August's sturgeon moon.

When is the August full moon?

August's sturgeon moon will reach peak illumination at 12:55 a.m. on Aug. 9. The full moon should be visible as it rises in the sky on the evening of Aug. 8, weather permitting.

Why is it called the sturgeon moon?

Full moon names are traditionally rooted in Native American culture or have colonial American influences, according to the Farmer's Almanac.

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