See February's full Snow Moon rise this weekend next to a glittering star cluster

See February's full Snow Moon rise this weekend next to a glittering star cluster

February's full "Snow Moon" will be at its fullest on Sunday, Feb. 1, and will be best seen at moonrise. It will appear just beneath the Beehive Cluster, one of the closest star clusters to the solar system.

Snow Moon Coming, Bringing Winter Skywatch Show: When To Watch

A familiar winter glow will soon return to the night sky, giving skywatchers a reason to bundle up and look east after sunset.The Snow Moon of 2026 will reach its peak fullness on Sunday, Feb. 1, offering a bright and steady lunar display that should be easy to spot for anyone with a clear view of the horizon. According to Space.com, the moon officially reaches its full phase at 5:09 p.m. EST, just as it begins rising into the evening sky.Skywat…