The December full moon captivated skywatchers worldwide as it lit up the cold winter skies over the weekend. A full moon occurs when the moon is on the opposite side of Earth from the sun.

There will be no more full moons this year. The last full moon of 2024, nicknamed the cold moon or the snow moon, was on Sunday, Dec. 15, and it marked a significant astronomical event. Here’s ...

As we approach the end of 2024, the full Cold Moon will shine in the middle of December, bringing a lively social energy just in time for the holiday season. But first, let's break down the ...

Is there a supermoon in December? The Cold Moon will not be a supermoon. Last month's full moon, the November Beaver Moon, was the fourth and final supermoon appearance of the year. Supermoons ...

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