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Its name, “Snow Moon,” comes from the heavy snowfall typically associated with February in the Northern Hemisphere. The term has been in use for generations, and records from the 1760s note that Captain Jonathan Carver, who spent time with the Dakota tribe, described this month as the Snow Moon because it was when snow fell more heavily than in other winter months. (Image: Canva)
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News18•30-01-2026, 15:00

Snow Moon 2026: Date, Time, and Best Viewing Spots in India Revealed

  • •The Snow Moon, the brightest full moon of February, will appear on February 1, 2026.
  • •Its name originates from the heavy snowfall typically associated with February in the Northern Hemisphere.
  • •The full moon occurs when the Moon is directly opposite the Sun, with peak brightness at 5:09 PM Eastern Time.
  • •Best viewing is at sunset on February 1, looking east near the constellation Cancer, away from city lights.
  • •In India, the Snow Moon will rise just after sunset on February 1, 2026; for example, 6:03 PM IST in Mumbai.

Why It Matters: The Snow Moon 2026, a bright celestial event, will be visible on February 1, best viewed after sunset.

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