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September’s Harvest Moon 2022: How and where to see it
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September’s Harvest Moon 2022: How and where to see it
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Harvest Moon is happening in early September this year. Find out when you can enjoy the views of the Earth awash in stunning moonlight.

One of the brightest moonlit nights of the year is going to happen very soon. Harvest Moon is set to happen soon in September. Whether you want to go for a moonstruck night walk or enjoy sky gazing and spotting planets, this is a night not to be missed.

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When will the Harvest Moon 2022 peak?

As per the report by Inverse, the Harvest Moon will peak and be full this month on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 5:59 a.m. Eastern Time. However, in case you miss the big day, the moon will appear nearly full to viewers on both the nights before and after.

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The Full Moon is about 6 times as brighter as a half-Moon and would be the brightest celestial object in the sky.

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The Harvest Moon will peak and be full this month on Saturday Sept. 10 at 5:59 a.m. Eastern Time jimkruger

What is Harvest Moon?

According to Almanac, the phenomenon of the Harvest Moon is related to the timing of the autumn equinox (September 22, 2022). The Full Moon that occurs nearest to the equinox is given the name of Harvest Moon. Therefore, the phenomenon of the Harvest Moon can occur between September and October depending on when the lunar cycle and the Gregorian calendar overlap.

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This moon is called Harvest Moon because, in the olden days, the bright moonlight used to aid the farmers in harvesting their crops during autumn's harvest season.

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