On the first day of February, the Snow Moon is going to occur on the day of Full Moon. This day aligns with the peak of winter season and holds a great astrological significance. This phase of the Moon represents the Moon’s energies that offers a powerful opportunities to the people so that they can heal themselves emotionally and strengthen the Moon in their horoscope if they are suffering from Moon. This Snow Moon is going to fall on February 1, 2026. People must be excited to witness this Moon in the night sky.
Why this is called as Snow Moon?
This moon gets its name from the heavy snowfall usually seen during this month.
Snow Moon 2026: Date and Time
According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, the Snow Moon will reach its maximum brightness on February 1st, at approximately 5:09 PM Eastern Time.
Significance of Snow Moon:
Snow Moon falls in the month of February and North American and European people call this full moon as snow moon. This moon does not require the explanation that why is it known as snow moon because the name reveals everything. According to the native American tribes, the month of February was known for the extreme snow fall so they gave the name of this full moon as snow moon. During this time period, hunting was challenging due to the extreme snowfall and in this kind of severe weather so other tribes also called it as hunger moon.
When and where to see this Snow Moon:
Stargazers who are excited for this full moon to witness, they are advised to look east at sunset on February 1 to witness the beauty of this full moon rising over the horizon. It will be visible near the constellation Cancer. It will appear large when it will come near the horizon. People must know that when Moon appears larger than it actually is then it is known as optical illusion. Sometimes, the ring is formed by the bright light passing through clouds, which is visible around the Moon. It would be better for the people to witness it away from the city where there is no pollution.
