Full moon names
Each full moon of the year has a traditional name that tells the story of its season. Open one for its folklore, magick, a simple ritual and its dates.
- January Wolf Moon The first full moon of the year, for protection, loyalty and the strength of your chosen circle.
- February Snow Moon A quiet late-winter full moon for cleansing, rest and planning what you will plant later.
- March Worm Moon The full moon of thaw and awakening, for preparing fertile ground and starting fresh.
- June Strawberry Moon The sweet early-summer full moon, for love, gratitude, joy and celebrating abundance.
- August Sturgeon Moon A late-summer full moon for abundance, gratitude, endurance and the wisdom of deep waters.
- September Corn Moon The September full moon of gathering, for gratitude, reaping rewards and finishing what you began.
- September Harvest Moon The full moon nearest the autumn equinox, for balance, gratitude and sharing the harvest.
- October Hunter's Moon The full moon after the Harvest Moon, for protection, preparation and honoring the ancestors.
- November Beaver Moon A late-autumn full moon for home, security, hard work and preparing for winter.
- December Cold Moon The longest-night full moon, for rest, reflection, releasing the year and welcoming returning light.
- Second full moon in a month Blue Moon The rare second full moon in a calendar month, for wishes, long-term goals and bonus energy.
These are the traditional North American names, popularized by the Old Farmer's Almanac. In the Southern Hemisphere the seasons are reversed, so many witches there use the names of the opposite month.