Look up in the evening sky in mid-January to catch a glimpse of the first full moon of 2025.

Here's what to know about the Wolf Moon, peaking Jan. 13, 2025.

When is the full moon in January 2025?

The Wolf Moon, January's full moon, will reach peak illumination Jan. 13. The previous full moon was December's Cold Moon . January's full moon is the first of 2025.

What phase of the lunar cycle is the moon in now?

When is peak viewing time for the January 2025 full moon?

Take a look up in the evening sky to catch a glimpse of the Wolf Moon. Clear skies will ensure optimal viewing, so keep an eye on the weather forecast. The full moon peaks in the afternoon at 5:27 p.m.

How did the Wolf Moon get its name?

The name Wolf Moon comes from the sound of wolves howling during this season, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac .

Why does the moon sometimes appear red?

You may have noticed the moon will occasionally take on a dramatic shade of orange or red in the night sky. That's because of how sunlight strikes the moon's surface after passing through the atmosphere.

When the moon moves into the inner part of Earth's shadow, or umbra, according to NASA , some of the sunlight entering Earth's skies scatters before reaching the moon's surface.

Colors with shorter wavelengths, such as blues and violets, scatter more easily than colors with longer wavelengths, which include red and orange.

Is the Wolf Moon a supermoon?

The Wolf Moon is not a supermoon. California will see six supermoons in 2025, according to Moonphasetoday.org .

What else can I see in the sky in January 2025?

January 2025 will also see meteors pass through the night and predawn skies.

The Quadrantids meteor shower will peak overnight Jan. 2-3, 2025. Under perfect conditions, you could see between 60 to 200 meteors per hour.

When is the next full moon?

The Snow Moon will peak on Feb. 12, 2025.