The first known time humans have seen the other side of the Moon was in 1959 when a Soviet spacecraft flew past the dark side of the Moon.

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Full Cold Moon framed by frost-covered trees on a clear winter night.

The December Full Moon is Named the Cold Moon 

The Sturgeon Moon reflecting on tranquil waters on a clear August night.

Full Moon Rituals

image of the moon

2023 Celestial Calendar

Temperatures on the Moon can reach 250º F (120º C)

The July full Moon is named the Buck Moon because it is around the time when new antlers of buck deer begin to grow with coatings of velvety fur.

The July Full Moon Is Called The Buck Moon

The Strawberry Moon of June casting a warm glow over a verdant countryside path.

The June Full Moon is called the Strawberry Moon