Full Moon July 2026: ‘Buck Moon’ Sets Up A Total Eclipse Of The Sun
The 'Buck Moon' is set to rise on July 29, 2026, serving as a celestial precursor to a total solar eclipse occurring on August 12. The article provides viewing tips and cultural context for the lunar event.
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Science Full Moon July 2026: ‘Buck Moon’ Sets Up A Total Eclipse Of The Sun By Jamie Carter ,
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. Follow Author Jul 24, 2026, 03:00am EDT Topline When is the next full moon? The full buck moon will turn full on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, with the best views from North America to be had as it rises in the southeast during dusk. Named for the time of year when male deer regrow their antlers, this is the second full moon of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. It’s also an important celestial marker, arriving just two weeks before a total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, one of the biggest sky events of the year, and four weeks before a partial lunar eclipse.
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