In brief
The full moon that lit the skies in October, known as the Hunter’s Moon, drew the interest of astronomers and photographers worldwide. Traditionally, Full Moons receive names that reflect nature or culture, and the Hunter’s Moon is prized for its extended glow, offering extra light to hunters after the Harvest Moon. Photographs from locations such as San Francisco, New York, Istanbul, and the UK demonstrate the moon’s dramatic glow against cityscapes, historic buildings and open countryside. The images also reveal the characteristic orange‑tinted hue that appears when the moon is low in the sky due to atmospheric scattering. In addition to their visual appeal, these images remind us of the shared experience of watching the night sky, connecting communities across continents.
The full moon that illuminated the skies last weekend in October, known as the Hunter’s Moon, was seen across the globe.
Full moons usually receive names that reflect what is happening in nature. The Hunter’s Moon—so named in historic Northern‑hemisphere tradition—has a specially long presence in the sky, giving hunters additional daylight after the Harvest Moon.
Astronomers and photographers captured the moon’s striking glow from many places: the San Francisco Bay area, New York City’s Midtown skyline, Istanbul’s Galata Tower, and quiet rural landscapes in the UK. The images highlight the moon’s characteristic orange or reddish tint when low on the horizon, a result of light scattering through the atmosphere.
The Hunter’s Moon reminds us of how celestial events unite people worldwide, whether on a bustling city street or a peaceful hillside.
