Date
Tuesday, August 17, 2027
Full Moon August 2027
The Full Moon in August 2027 occurs on Tuesday, August 17, 2027 at 09:29 CEST and is in the sign of Aquarius ♒.
Full Moon August 2027 — All Details
Time
09:29 CEST
Moon Name
Sturgeon Moon
Zodiac Sign
Aquarius ♒
Next New Moon
August 31, 2027
Full Moon August 2027: Highlights and Observation
What makes this Full Moon special
This Full Moon is a micromoon: on August 17, 2027 the Moon is about 405,000 km away, close to the farthest point of its orbit (apogee of this orbit about 406,000 km). That makes it the 11th closest, i.e. one of the most distant Full Moons of 2027; the Full Moon of July (406,000 km) was about 1,000 km farther away. A Full Moon at apogee appears about 12 percent smaller than a supermoon.
Observing from London
In London the Moon rises on August 17 at 20:10 BST and sets the following morning at 07:04; the Sun sets at 20:20 and rises the next morning at 05:49. The Full Moon is therefore above the horizon all night long. Other locations in the UK differ by a few minutes.
Meteor showers and eclipses
The Perseids peak (August 12–13) falls into the Full Moon period, 4 days from the peak: bright moonlight washes out the shower, poor conditions, only the brightest meteors remain visible. This Full Moon coincides with a penumbral lunar eclipse.
Observing Full Moon August 2027
Best Timing
Shortly after moonrise, the full moon is close to the horizon — ideal for photos with a foreground. City skylines, trees, or bodies of water yield impressive compositions. The live view shows the exact moonrise for your location.
Photography Tip
Short exposure (1/250s–1/500s), low ISO (100–400), telephoto range. Smartphone: tap the moon manually, slide exposure control down. Use a tripod for sharpness at long focal lengths.
The Sturgeon Moon: Name & Folklore
Sturgeon Moon: sturgeon in the Great Lakes were most easily caught in August. It is also known as the Grain Moon.
Tip for August 2027
By late August the lunar path climbs again: the full moon rises early in the evening — easy to plan for blue-hour shots.
Frequently Asked Questions about Full Moon August 2027
When is the Full Moon in August 2027?
Tuesday, August 17, 2027, at exactly 09:29 CEST. The exact local moonrise is shown in the live view on the homepage.
In which zodiac sign is the Full Moon of August 2027?
The Full Moon is in the sign of Aquarius ♒.
When is the next New Moon after the Full Moon of August 2027?
The next New Moon after the Full Moon in August is on August 31, 2027.
Why is the August full moon called “Sturgeon Moon”?
Sturgeon Moon: sturgeon in the Great Lakes were most easily caught in August. It is also known as the Grain Moon.
Is the Full Moon of August 2027 a supermoon?
This Full Moon is a micromoon: on August 17, 2027 the Moon is about 405,000 km away, close to the farthest point of its orbit (apogee of this orbit about 406,000 km). That makes it the 11th closest, i.e. one of the most distant Full Moons of 2027; the Full Moon of July (406,000 km) was about 1,000 km farther away. A Full Moon at apogee appears about 12 percent smaller than a supermoon.
Can I see meteors around the Full Moon of August 2027?
The Perseids peak (August 12–13) falls into the Full Moon period, 4 days from the peak: bright moonlight washes out the shower, poor conditions, only the brightest meteors remain visible.