The snow moon will arrive Feb. 12, 2025, according to NASA. The full moon in February was dubbed the snow moon due to the heavy snowfall typically seen this time of year, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac, which first began publishing names for full moons in the 1930s.

Unsurprisingly, the name of February's full moon became known as the snow moon since it rises in one of the snowiest months, on average, in the United States. Because bad weather and heavy snows made hunting difficult, the moon has also been called the hunger moon, according to NASA.

The second full moon of the year − appropriately called the snow moon − will reach its peak Wednesday evening.

Everything you need to know about the full "Snow Moon," including exactly when, where, and how to see it at its best from where you are.

The second full moon of the winter, the snow moon will rise to illuminate evening skies for three nights. Here's when to see it.

February's full moon will shine in the skies above Indiana shortly before Valentine's Day. Coincidentally, according to NASA, this is the month when Venus — named after the Roman goddess of love — shines her brightest.

The Snow Moon may bring some unexpected blizzards, but tapping into the spiritual meaning of Feb. 12’s full moon can help you navigate the storm — and make your way through the other side even stronger.