Cold Moon on December 15 - when to observe, influence on a person

On Sunday, December 15, Russians will be able to enjoy the last full moon of 2024 - the Cold Moon. If the weather is clear, it will be possible to observe the fully illuminated disk of the Earth's satellite from sunset until dawn. About how the December full moon is called different peoples and what effect it has on people, read in the material "Izvestia".

Cold Moon in 2024 - what it is

Full moon is the time when the Earth's satellite is directly opposite the Sun, because of which one of its sides becomes completely visible in the sky. In turn, the Cold Moon is the December full moon.

According to the most popular version, the unusual name of the astronomical phenomenon was given by the North American Indians. Cold Moon became because of the frost, which by this time was being established on the continent. Thus the full moon gave a name to the whole month, because of what the Indians called December a cold time.

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The December full moon has other names, such as the Long Night Moon. Such a mysterious name it received because of its proximity to the winter solstice (December 21 in 2024), which marks the longest night of the year.

Scandinavian tribes in what is now Iceland, Ireland and Britain associated the winter solstice with Yule, a mystical festival during which the riders of the Wild Hunt rush across the land and gather the souls of the dead. Therefore, the December full moon was also called the Moon before Yule. With the advent of Christianity, it was renamed the Christmas Moon.

In the Southern Hemisphere of our planet the December full moon is called the Strawberry or Honey Moon, as for the inhabitants of this part of the earth December is a summer month. And in China, the astronomical phenomenon is called the Bitter Moon.

Full Moon in December 2024 - when and where to look

According to astronomical calculations, the last full moon of 2024 will occur on December 15 at 12:02 Moscow time. Nevertheless, the full lunar disk will be visible for a day before and after this moment.

Proximity to the solstice gives ample opportunity to observe the Cold Moon, as the nights in the Northern Hemisphere at this time are very long. The full moon can be viewed from sunset to sunrise. The main thing is to dress for the weather and to provide opportunities for additional heating.

Cold Moon on December 15 - human influence

In December 2024, the full moon will pass under the influence of the cheerful and easy sign Gemini. Astrologers note that at this time, intellectual activity increases sharply. Therefore, on December 15, you should pay attention to study, creativity or meditation. Thanks to the powerful energy of the Cold Moon, you may be able to master a complex topic or get inspiration to work on a project.

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The December Full Moon is favorable for informal socializing among friends and relatives. Satisfaction and joy may also come from participating in charity events. But business negotiations and large purchases should be postponed, as the Cold Moon makes people more emotional and impulsive. In situations that require restraint and prudence, it can significantly affect the outcome of the case.

Earlier "Izvestia" told about the features of the Beaver Moon in November.