When is the February full moon? Here’s what to know

• February’s full moon will happen on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.
• The full moon in February is often often called the Snow Moon.
• February will solely have one full moon as a result of the month is shorter than the lunar cycle.

February’s full moon comes additional early this month, and it is also a reminder that it isn’t a intercalary year, so this month will slip by in 28 days.

Beyond the dates and technicalities, the complete moon will probably be shining shiny sufficient so everybody within the Valley will have the ability to see and no clouds will block the view

For extra details about future full moons, supermoons and blue moons, take a look at our information. For extra details about meteor showers and eclipses, take a look at our celestial calendar.

Here is every part to know in regards to the February full moon and when to see it in Arizona.

What day is the Full Moon in February 2026?

The February full moon will probably be on Feb. 1.

What is February’s full moon referred to as?

The February full moon is called the snow moon. Others could name it the hungry moon or the bear moon.

What is particular about February’s full moon?

According to almanac.com, February is called the month with the very best snowfall within the Northern Hemisphere; therefore, why it’s referred to as the Snow Moon.

Does February have 2 full moons?

February won’t have one other full moon as a result of the month is shorter. Full moons happen roughly each 29.5 days, so it’s unusual for 2 full moons to happen throughout the 28 or 29 days of February.

A second full moon in a calendar month is called a blue moon and it usually happens in months with 30 or 31 days. Two full moons in February happens only about once each 19 years because of the interaction of lunar cycles and leap years.

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