Full Moon
2016 Full Moon dates
See every Full Moon in 2016 with traditional names and dates. Includes Harvest Moon, Strawberry Moon, and more.
| # | Date | Traditional Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunday, January 24, 2016 | Wolf Moon |
| 2 | Tuesday, February 23, 2016 | Snow Moon |
| 3 | Wednesday, March 23, 2016 | Worm Moon |
| 4 | Friday, April 22, 2016 | Pink Moon |
| 5 | Saturday, May 21, 2016 | Flower Moon |
| 6 | Monday, June 20, 2016 | Strawberry Moon |
| 7 | Tuesday, July 19, 2016 | Buck Moon |
| 8 | Thursday, August 18, 2016 | Sturgeon Moon |
| 9 | Friday, September 16, 2016 | Harvest Moon |
| 10 | Sunday, October 16, 2016 | Hunter's Moon |
| 11 | Monday, November 14, 2016 | Beaver Moon |
| 12 | Wednesday, December 14, 2016 | Cold Moon |
Traditional Full Moon namescome from Native American, Colonial American, and other traditional naming systems used in the Farmers' Almanac. Names vary by region and culture.
Note: All dates are in UTC. Calculated using the Meeus simplified synodic month algorithm (epoch J2000.0). Depending on your time zone, the Full Moon may fall on a different calendar date in your location.
Frequently asked questions
- How many Full Moons are in 2016?
- 2016 has 12 Full Moons. A typical year has 12 Full Moons, or 13 if a Blue Moon occurs.
- What is the Harvest Moon?
- The Harvest Moon is the Full Moon closest to the autumnal equinox (around September 22). It rises soon after sunset for several days, giving farmers extra light to harvest crops.
- Why do Full Moon names vary?
- Traditional Full Moon names come from Native American, Colonial American and other cultural traditions. Different regions and almanacs may use slightly different names for the same Moon.