When Is The Next Full Moon : July Buck Moon

Next Full Moon: The Buck Moon

• Date: Thursday, July 10, 2025

• Peak Illumination: 4:37 PM EDT (Eastern Daylight Time)

• In Pakistan (PKT): 12:37 AM on July 11, 2025 

                                           

What is the Buck Moon?

The Buck Moon is the traditional name for July’s full moon in the Northern Hemisphere. This name comes from Native American traditions—especially the Algonquin tribes—and was later adopted in The Old Farmer’s Almanac.

Symbolic Meaning:

• This is the time when male deer (bucks) begin to grow new velvet-covered antlers.

• It symbolizes growth, renewal, and strength in many spiritual and seasonal traditions.

Alternate Name:

• Also called the Thunder Moon due to frequent summer thunderstorms in North America during July.

Global Time Chart (July 2025 Buck Moon)

Location	Date & Time (Full Moon)
New York, USA	July 10, 2025, 4:37 PM EDT
London, UK	July 10, 2025, 9:37 PM BST
Dubai, UAE	July 11, 2025, 12:37 AM GST
Karachi, Pakistan	July 11, 2025, 12:37 AM PKT
New Delhi, India	July 11, 2025, 1:07 AM IST
Tokyo, Japan	July 11, 2025, 4:37 AM JST
Sydney, Australia	July 11, 2025, 5:37 AM AEST

What Will It Look Like?

• Color: Rises with a golden-orange hue (due to atmospheric scattering), then becomes bright white as it ascends.

• Size: It will appear slightly smaller than usual due to its distance from Earth, as it's near apogee (the farthest point in its orbit from Earth).

• Visibility: It will still be large, round, and brilliant — perfect for moonrise photography!

Astronomical Significance

Lunar Apogee

• The moon reaches apogee on July 9, just before the full phase.

• This makes it the most distant full moon of 2025 (a "Micro Moon"), appearing smaller than average.

Constellation & Sky Position

• The moon will be located in or near the constellation Sagittarius during its full phase.

• Nearby bright objects include:

  • Antares (heart of Scorpius)

  • Saturn (visible earlier in the night)

  • Possibly Mars, depending on exact location

Spiritual and Cultural Celebrations

1. Guru Purnima (India, Nepal, Sri Lanka)

• Celebrated on the full moon of Ashadha (Hindu lunar month).

• Dedicated to spiritual teachers (gurus); major observance in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.

2. Dhamma Day (Asalha Puja – Buddhism)

• Commemorates the Buddha’s first sermon at Sarnath.

• Celebrated in countries like Thailand, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Laos, and Cambodia.

3. Wiccan and Pagan Practices

• Marked as part of Esbat rituals — monthly spiritual gatherings.

• The Buck Moon represents growth, manifestation, and masculine energy.

Full Moon Effects on Humans (Scientific & Folklore)

Sleep Disturbance:

• Scientific studies suggest people may experience:

  • Reduced deep sleep

  • Delayed sleep onset

  • Lower melatonin levels

Tidal Effects:

• Full moons increase gravitational pull, causing higher tides (spring tides).

• This can affect coastal regions more prominently around July 10–12.

Behavioral Effects:

• Belief in heightened emotions, erratic animal behavior, increased birth rates — though not scientifically proven, such associations persist culturally.

Viewing Tips

Best Viewing Time:

• Shortly after sunset in your local area on July 10.

• Moonrise usually occurs around 6:30 to 8:30 PM, depending on your location.

Photography Tip:

• For dramatic shots, photograph it as it rises (just above the horizon) with landscape elements (trees, buildings, lakes).

Stargazing Tip:

• Use binoculars or a telephoto lens to see details like craters and maria (dark plains).

Upcoming Full Moons After This

Full Moon Name	Date
Sturgeon Moon	August 9, 2025
Harvest Moon	September 8, 2025
Hunter’s Moon	October 7, 2025