What is the Harvest Moon and can you see it in the UK today?

We’re being treated to yet another full moon! (Picture: Reuters)

The UK is being treated to another full moon tonight, known as the Harvest Moon.

The Harvest Moon is usually the ninth full moon of the year, but due to May’s second and very rare full blue moon, it will be our 10th.

The Harvest Moon is one of the most unusual of the year, since it usually appears brighter than other moons and rises earlier – which is why you’ll also be able to see it earlier than most other full moons of 2026.

But where did it get its name, and will you actually be able to see the Harvest Moon tonight?

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