The July moon will be officially turning full at 4:37 p.m. Thursday, July 10. As a result, it will be 98% illuminated Wednesday night, completely illuminated Thursday night and 99% illuminated on Friday night, according to MoonGiant.com.

The Old Farmer's Almanac, which began publishing full moon names in the 1930s, says some Native American tribes called July's full moon the "buck moon" because it occurs in early summer, when male deer (bucks) typically begin growing new antlers covered in velvety fur.

July's Buck Moon for 2025 is just around the corner, here's why it's extra special this year, plus when it's happening and how to see it.