October Full Moon 2024 Tonight: When and How to Watch Hunter's Moon?

As we all know that its a Full Moon happening tonight, on October 16, 2024. and this will be a treat for all the sky gazers to witness this amazing celestial event. This Full Moon is also known as Hunter's Moon . This is going to be the third of four supermoons in a row, and by a narrow margin, the brightest one.

October Full Moon 2024 : Date and Time

Full Moon Time Begins - October 16, 2024 at 08:40 PM
Full moon Time Ends - October 17, 2024 at 04:55 PM

What is Hunter's Moon?

The Harvest Moon, which falls closest to the autumnal equinox (about September or October), is followed by the Hunter's Moon. Following the clearing of fields and harvesting of crops, hunting of animals as they become fat from the summer's plentiful food supply.

The Hunter's Moon represents planning, taking action, and introspection. On a spiritual level, it challenges us to assemble our assets, let go of the things that are preventing us from moving forward, and make purposeful plans for the future. This is the moment to use the energy of metamorphosis and the light of the full moon to promote inner strength, growth, and manifestation.

When to watch October's Full Moon 2024 ?

Full Moon or Hunter's Moon will be visible tonight, October 16, 2024 and people would be able to witness this amazing celestial event with their naked eyes. When the supermoon is low above the horizon shortly after sunset, it is the greatest moment to see it. While everyone will be able to see the Moon, the exact time will vary according on where you are. They would not need any type of medium or equipment to see the beautiful Moon tonight. But they are advised to check the weather condition and watch Moon from a place where the sky is clear and that's when they will be able to get good pictures of the Moon.

Where to Watch Full Moon October 2024 ?

The supermoon will be visible in India throughout the evening hours of October 16 till October 18. It will peak at 4:56 PM IST on Thursday, October 17. According to NASA, on October 18, stargazers in New Zealand and regions east of the International Date Line will enjoy an early supermoon, while western Americans will witness a late full moon on Wednesday, October 16. The Moon will appear for consecutive three days.