September full moon 2026: When, where and how to see the Harvest Moon
The September 2026 full moon, known as the Harvest Moon, will peak on September 26. Stargazers can view the event as the moon rises at sunset, appearing with a distinct orange hue due to atmospheric scattering.
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Your guide to September's full Harvest Moon, from peak times to skywatching highlights.
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Click for next article A harvest moon rises over Wisconsin. (Image credit: Photo by Ross Harried/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Jump To: When to see the September full moon Local full moon timings for September 2026 Why it's called the Harvest Moon What else to see in the sky around the full moon Observing tips Upcoming full moons Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The full moon of September 2026 will occur at 12:49 p.m. EDT (1649 GMT) on Sept. 26 as the moon glows opposite the sun in Earth's sky.
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