Is September’s full moon tonight? Will you be able to see it in Erie?

What is September’s full moon called? It technically has two different names this week. Will Erie residents be able to get a good view? Maybe.

Coming off August’s sturgeon moon, September will be both the harvest and corn moon. It is a corn moon this year. The harvest moon is either in September or October, whichever is closest to the autumnal equinox. According to almanac.com, this moon is called the corn moon because it corresponds with when corn is harvested in much of the northern United States.

When does September’s full moon rise?

The September full moon will peak illumination on Sept. 7 at 2:09 p.m. according to the Farmer’s Almanac. The moon will be below the horizon at that time, and the best time for viewing will be shortly after sunset at 7:29 p.m. The corn moon will also be visible the day before and after the full moon.

Will there be a lunar eclipse in Erie?

For most of the world, September’s full moon will be a total lunar eclipse, but not in Erie. It will be another 177 days until the next blood moon will be visible from parts of North America, on March 2-3, 2026.

What is the weather forecast for Sept. 7-8?

The view of the full moon might be a little obstructed. The National Weather Service’s forecast for Sept. 7 evening is partially cloudy.

When is October’s full moon?

The full moon in October, called the harvest moon, will rise on Oct. 6.

Contact Nicholas Sorensen at Nsorensen@gannett.com.

This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: September’s full moon: Will tonight’s moon be a lunar eclipse?

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