Full Moon on August 17, 2024, Projected to Be 96.31% Illuminated

Overview

The moon will reach its full phase on Saturday, August 17, 2024, reaching 96.31% illumination. This means that the moon will be nearly completely lit by the sun, making it appear as a full circle in the night sky.

Waxing Gibbous Phase

The moon will be in a waxing gibbous phase for most of the night leading up to the full moon. During this phase, the moon is more than half illuminated but not yet fully round.

Moon Visibility

The full moon will be visible throughout most of the night on August 17th. It will rise in the east just after sunset and set in the west just before sunrise.

Significance of Full Moons

Full moons have long been associated with various cultural and spiritual beliefs. In some traditions, full moons are believed to bring about heightened emotions and increased psychic abilities.

Additional Information

• The full moon on August 17th will be the fourth full moon of 2024.
• The next full moon will occur on September 16, 2024.
• You can track the moon's phases using a lunar calendar or astronomy apps.

Sources

1. Time and Date: Moon Phases
2. Almanac: Moon Phase Calendar
3. EarthSky: Everything You Need to Know About Full Moons