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If you are a fan of astronomy, you cannot miss the September full moon, known as the “Harvest Moon.” But why is it called that? When will you be able to see it in Mexico? And what other celestial bodies will accompany it in the night sky? We tell you here.
When will the 2026 Harvest Moon be?
The September 2026 full moon, also known as the Harvest Moon, will occur on Saturday, September 26. However, you will be able to observe it from September 25 to September 27, according to Star Walk.
What time and how to see the Harvest Moon in Mexico?
In Mexico, the Harvest Moon will be visible in the night sky starting at 6:29 pm (Central Mexico time).
Although it will reach its peak illumination at 10:49 pm.
To observe it, you will not need binoculars or a telescope, but you will need a clear sky.
Why is it called the Harvest Moon?
According to Almanac, the September full moon is named the Harvest Moon because it is the closest to the autumnal equinox (September 22) and has a particular characteristic: “it rises at about the same time for several nights, providing more light at sunset for a longer period.”
For this reason, in the past, this additional light from the full moon gave farmers more time to gather their crops before the “autumn frosts.”
What other names is the Harvest Moon known by?
Throughout the world, different cultures have given different names to this full moon. According to Star Walk, in the Northern Hemisphere, many of them are related to harvests, the ripening of fruits and plants, the migration of animals, and other autumn changes.
Some of the names it receives are:
- Luna de la Cosecha del Maíz
- Luna de la Cebada
- Luna de Otoño
- Luna del Vino
- Luna de las Nueces
- Luna del Ganso Nival
What other celestial bodies will be seen next to the Harvest Moon?
According to Star Walk, the September 2026 Harvest Moon will be in the constellation of Pisces and will be accompanied by two other celestial bodies in the night sky: Saturn and Neptune.
Saturn can be observed with the naked eye, and you can identify it because it will appear next to the moon as a star with a steady yellow light, while to observe Neptune, you will need the help of binoculars or a telescope.
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