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Blue Moon, Super Moon and Full Moon Names

With yesterday being the full moon for August, I posted a reel on how to make the most of the Full Moon Energy. I introduced the real noting that that yesterday (and today’s) full moon is the Blue Super Sturgeon Full Moon. There was a little bit of ‘what does that all mean?’ in me but I felt like I was clear enough until the local weatherman on WGN said it was not a Blue moon, yet all over the internet it was! That was the inspiration for today’s post. I hope you find it as informative as I did. 🙂

What is a Blue Moon?

A blue moon is a popular term that doesn’t actually refer to the color of the moon, although on Wikipedia it says it can. There are actually two different ways, not related to color, that define a blue moon:

1. Calendar Blue Moon: This occurs when there are two full moons in a single calendar month. This can happen because a lunar month (the time it takes for the moon to orbit the Earth once) is slightly shorter than a calendar month.
2. Seasonal Blue Moon: This is the third full moon in a season that has four full moons. This definition is more common in older almanacs and is often used in folklore and tradition.

What is a Supermoon?

A supermoon is a full moon that occurs when the moon is at its closest point to Earth (perigee) during its orbit. This proximity makes the moon appear larger and brighter in the sky than usual.

Full Moon Names

Throughout history, cultures around the world have given names to the full moons of each month. These names often reflect seasonal activities or natural phenomena. Here’s a list of common full moon names:

1. January: Wolf Moon, Old Moon
2. February: Snow Moon, Hunger Moon
3. March: Worm Moon, Chaste Moon
4. April: Pink Moon, Egg Moon
5. May: Flower Moon, Milk Moon
6. June: Strawberry Moon, Honey Moon
7. July: Buck Moon, Thunder Moon
8. August: Sturgeon Moon, Green Corn Moon
9. September: Harvest Moon, Corn Moon
10. October: Hunter’s Moon, Blood Moon
11. November: Beaver Moon, Frost Moon
12. December: Cold Moon, Long Night Moon

So, can a moon be both blue and a supermoon?

Yes, it’s possible for a moon to be both blue and a supermoon. This occurs when the second full moon in a calendar month (calendar blue moon) or it is the third full moon in a season (seasonal blue moon) also happens to be at perigee. While it’s a rare occurrence, it’s a celestial spectacle that’s sure to amaze skywatchers.

In the summer of 2024, the full moons occur on June 21, July 21, August 19, and September 18. According to the seasonal blue moon definition, the full moon in August would be considered a blue moon as it’s the third full moon in the season.

If you didn’t get a good look at the moon last night, be sure to get outside tonight! And if you didn’t charge your crystals, cards or moonwater – there’s still time. The energy of the full moon lasts for more than one night. I hope you can make the most of the beauty and energy of the beautiful Super Blue Sturgeon full moon!

Light and Love. ❤️

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