November’s beaver moon will illuminate the night sky in all its glory starting Sunday and will reach its full phase at 4:16 a.m. Weather permitting, the beaver moon will be visible to observers north or south of the equator, appearing to be full for about a day prior and after its full phase. For the best viewing experience, Dr. Petro recommends finding a space with an unobstructed view of the sky. More on the beaver moonThe beaver moon’s name reflects the animal’s behavior this time of year during the North American fur trade from the 1500s to the 1800s. It has also been called the digging moon, frost moon, and freezing moon by various indigenous groups.

Source: CNN November 26, 2023 15:33 UTC