This majestic celestial display is 18.6 years in the making as the moon is at its extreme points in orbit. December's full moon is better known as the cold moon.
The cold moon coincides with a major lunar standstill, making it special as the moon will appear at its most northerly or southerly positions.
Historically, the phases of the moon were used to track the seasons. December's moon is named the cold moon due to the chilly winter temperatures.
According to the Old Farmer's Almanac, the cold moon will shine brightest on December 15, 2024, allowing for great visibility from December 14 to 16.
Collection
[
|
...
]