Snow Moon In India The second full moon of every year is called Snow Moon. On this day, the moon reaches the farthest point while orbiting the Earth, due to which the northern hemisphere receives the most snow. The snow moon is visible when it is exactly in front of the Earth in front of the sun. During this time the moon also looks a little smaller than on normal days.

Snow Moon 2025: Today i.e. Wednesday (12 February 2025) is a very special day for those interested in watching the moon, stars and the sky. Today the moon will be seen in its 16 phases on the sky and will drench the earth with milky light.

The second full moon of every year is called 'Snow Moon'. On this day, the moon reaches the farthest point while orbiting the Earth, due to which the northern hemisphere receives the most snow. Snow Moon is visible when it is exactly in line with the Sun in front of the Earth. During this time the moon also looks a little smaller than on normal days.

This lunar phenomenon is also called "Hunger Moon" due to the lack of resources in the winter season. Other popular names of this astronomical phenomenon in Celtic and Old English traditions are Storm Moon, Ice Moon or Bear Moon.

What is Snow Moon and when will it be visible in India?

Snow Moon is a term of European-American civilization. According to NASA, the term "Snow Moon" is the historical name given to the second full moon of winter by some Native American tribes in America. In the month of February, the cold is at its peak in Europe and America. During this time, the night of the full moon is called 'Snow Moon'.

Snow Moon will be visible in India on February 12 at 7:23 pm. The moon will rise in the east at sunset and will be at its peak at midnight. The best time to see the Snow Moon is at midnight.