When is the July full moon 2025? When to see it in Ohio, why it's called the buck moon

Warm summer nights can make it a great season for seeing celestial events.

So far, we've had the June strawberry moon, the northern lights visibleon June 1, a brilliantnova explosion coming soon, and even a glimpse of the Milky Way.

When is the July full moon? Is the next full moon a supermoon? Here's more on July's full moon.

When is the July full moon in 2025?

The July full moon, known as the buck moon, will reach peak illumination on Thursday, July 10, at 4:37 p.m. ET, according to Space.com.

Is the July full moon a supermoon?

There are six full moons remaining this year; three will be supermoons.

What phase of the lunar cycle is the moon in now?

As of July 7, the moon is currently in its waxing gibbous phase at 90% illumination, according to Space.com. The moon's phases in July are:

First quarter: July 2

Full moon: July 10

Last quarter: July 17

New moon: July 24

How did the buck moon get its name?

What does the word buck have to do with July?

The nickname buck moon refers to male deer, known as bucks, according to Old Farmer's Almanac. The July full moon is known as the buck moon as male deer antlers reach (or come close to reaching) full growth.

Antlers shed and regrow every year, and theyproduce larger and more impressive sets as the years pass.

When is the August 2025 full moon? What is it called?

August's full moon, the sturgeon moon, will peak on August 9, 2025, per Old Farmer's Almanac.

This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: When and how to see the July full moon in Ohio