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Stargazers were treated to unforgettable celestial events in 2025, from dazzling northern lights to a March lunar eclipse and even a rare seven-planet parade. With the final full moon of 2025 now behind us, attention is turning skyward to the full moons of 2026. The new year promises a busy lunar calendar. Notably, 2026 will feature 13 full moons, including a rare double full moon month and several eye-catching supermoons.

Below is a complete guide to the dates, times, names, and supermoons of 2026, offering everything moon watchers need to plan their year.

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Dates and Times of the 2026 Full Moons

According to astronomical data compiled by TheSky, there will be 13 full moons in 2026, with May earning “double duty” thanks to two full moons in the same calendar month.

Here is the full schedule:

• January 3 – 10:03 a.m.

   

• February 1 – 10:09 p.m.

   

• March 3 – 11:38 a.m.

   

• April 2 – 3:12 a.m.

   

• May 1 – 6:12 p.m.

   

• May 31 – 9:45 a.m. (Blue Moon)

   

• June 30 – 12:57 a.m.

   

• July 29 – 3:36 p.m.

   

• August 28 – 5:18 p.m.

   

• September 26 – 5:49 p.m.

   

• October 26 – 4:12 a.m.

   

• November 24 – 2:53 p.m.

   

• December 24 – 1:28 a.m.

When to Expect the Next Blue Moon?

The May 31 full moon qualifies as a rare blue moon.

There are two different definitions for a Blue Moon. A seasonal Blue Moon is the third Full Moon of an astronomical season that has four Full Moons. And a monthly Blue Moon, which is the second Full Moon in a calendar month with two Full Moons.

The next seasonal Blue Moon will take place on May 20, 2027.

But the next monthly Blue Moon is on May 31, 2026.

Are There Any Supermoons in 2026?

BBC Sky at Night Magazine says skywatchers will experience three supermoons in 2026. Supermoons occur when a full moon coincides with the Moon’s closest approach to Earth, making it appear larger and brighter than average.

The 2026 supermoons will fall on:

• January 3

   

• November 24

   

• December 24

   

As BBC Sky at Night Magazine explains, “Supermoons can appear up to 14% larger and 30% brighter than a typical full moon, making them especially striking to observe with the naked eye.”

Traditional Names of the 2026 Full Moons

Full moons have long carried traditional names tied to seasonal changes, agriculture, and Indigenous traditions. Here are the commonly recognized names for each 2026 full moon, as cited by BBC Sky at Night Magazine:

• Wolf Moon – January (Supermoon)

   

• Snow Moon – February

   

• Worm Moon – March

   

• Pink Moon – April

   

• Flower Moon – May 1

   

• Strawberry Moon – June

   

• Buck Moon – July

   

• Sturgeon Moon – August

   

• Corn Moon (Harvest Moon) – September

   

• Hunter’s Moon – October

   

• Beaver Moon – November (Supermoon)

   

• Cold Moon – December (Supermoon)

   

A Lunar Year Worth Watching

With 13 full moons, three supermoons, and a blue moon, 2026 stands out as a rewarding year for moon enthusiasts. Whether you are a casual skywatcher or a dedicated astronomer, these lunar events provide ample opportunities for observation, photography, and reflection.

As one astronomy editor aptly put it, “Every full moon tells a story — and 2026 gives us thirteen chances to look up and listen.”