Although August's full moon, known as the Sturgeon Moon, has peaked, it will still appear full to people who missed it over the weekend. Here's everything you need to know about the Sturgeon Moon and the rest of the full moons in 2025. August's Sturgeon full moon peaked early Saturday morning, Aug. 9, at 3:54 a.m. ET.

But first, let's break down the meaning of the sturgeon moon. The full moon will reach peak illumination in the United States on Saturday, Aug. 9, at 3:55 a.m. ET., according to the U.S. Naval Observatory's Astronomical Applications Department.

August’s Full Sturgeon Moon shines brightly in the sky tonight, showing off the rayed crater Tycho in the south.