Full moons are astronomical phenomena that, although frequent, are never enough of them. Every time the natural satellite shows its fully illuminated face and appears on the horizon, it causes the biggest sighs among its viewers. The year 2021 has almost come to an end, but it still has one last full Moon to give us, the Cold Moon of December.
Earth’s natural satellite is in constant motion. Like the Earth, it has its own rotation movements and also revolves constantly around the planet. The most immediate consequence observed from our plane is the natural phenomenon that we know as the lunar phases. This cosmic dance between the Earth and the Moon throws us the most beautiful night views that we see reflected in the decrease and crescendo of lunar illumination. Natural astronomical phenomena that tell us about the rhythms of the celestial vault, in an endless loop where the Moon goes through several stages.
What is the Cold Moon of December 2021?
The Illumination of the Moon is not proper to the satellite, but it obtains its brightness from the sun’s rays. Thanks to the Sun, we are able to observe the Moon from Earth, since it does not have its own light. In this sense, as it moves around the planet, there is a play of light and shadow that we see reflected in the different lunar phases.
When he reaches his The brightest light is called the full moon or plenilunio. phase that occurs when the Earth is located exactly between the Sun and the Moon. And thanks to the fact that our planet is positioned right between the largest body in the Solar System and the Moon, the latter is illuminated one hundred percent.
Why is it called Cold Moon?
Full moons are periodic, that is, they occur once in a while. And based on the Gregorian calendar, there is a Full Moon every month. Each of them receives different names, thanks to the traditions of the first native american tribes, who lived in complete connection with nature. In that sense, They baptized the full moons in different ways depending on the natural phenomena of each time of the year. To the full moon of December it is called Cold Moon, thanks to the fact that it occurs near the end of autumn and the beginning of winter. In addition, it also occurs very close to the winter solstice and is also known as ‘the long night’, since this date marks the shortest day and the greatest darkness of the year.
When to see the Cold Full Moon of December 2021?
The full moon of December 2021 will appear in the celestial vault on Saturday December 18 just after the Sun sets in the west. To observe the Cold Moon, one only has to look to the east to see the last Full Moon of the year rise. It is the perfect moment to dialogue with your deepest thoughts and at the same time, observe the astronomical phenomenon that indicates the end of the year.
For those lovers of the cosmos who want to know the astronomical events that next year holds for us, we have prepared the 2022 astronomical calendar. Where you can check dates and all kinds of information necessary to enjoy the cosmic events month by month in the coming year.
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