WHAT IS BUCK MOON
People are making sure to witness July's full moon, which is also known as the Buck Moon. The name is in reference to male deer, who start growing new antlers in late spring.
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The full moon, also known as the Buck Moon and Thunder Moon, will peak at maximum illumination on Sunday morning in the US. The buck moon is related to the male deer growing new antlers while the thunder moon comes with the lightning and thunderstorm that accompany the full moon.
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WHEN CAN YOU SEE BUCK MOON
You can witness the illuminating the full moon, buck moon, this weekend. The star will be at its peak shine at 6:17 am ET on July 21 in the United States, which is around 3:47 pm IST.
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WHERE DOES THE NAME COME FROM
According to NASA, the Algonquin tribes of the now northeastern United States called this full moon as the Buck Moon. Europeans call it the Hay Moon.
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THE APOLLO 11 CONNECTION
The celestial event coincides with Apollo 11's moon landing anniversary, humanity's first time on the lunar surface. Though the full moon peaks on July 21, it appears on July 20 as well.
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GURU PURNIMA
This full moon is celebrated as "Guru Purnima" in India, by Hindus, Buddhists and Jains. It is believed to be a time for clearing one's mind and honouring the guru by way of prayers.
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CAPRICORNS: THE ASTROLOGY ANGLE
As per to ABC News, this full moon is in the zodiac sign of Capricorn, which is an Earth sign. These signs can tap their energy by involving nature in it.
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THUNDER MOON
The Buck Moon is also called as the Thunder Moon as thunderstorm and lightning also accompany the full moon during this time.
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TIPS FROM NASA
Given the chances of inclement weather during the full moon, NASA has advised people to remain vigilant. "A good rule to follow is, if you hear thunder, you can be struck by lightning."
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METEOR SHOWERS
According to NASA, as many as six meteor showers are predicted during this lunar cycle, including one of the best ones for Southern and Northern Hemisphere.
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WHEN'S THE NEXT FULL MOON?
According to CBS News, the next full moon -- Sturgeon Moon -- will be seen on August 19. This will also be 2024's first supermoon.
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