Date
Monday, December 13, 2027
Full Moon December 2027
The Full Moon in December 2027 occurs on Monday, December 13, 2027 at 17:09 CET and is in the sign of Gemini ♊.
Full Moon December 2027 — All Details
Time
17:09 CET
Moon Name
Cold Moon
Zodiac Sign
Gemini ♊
Next New Moon
December 27, 2027
Full Moon December 2027: Highlights and Observation
What makes this Full Moon special
On December 13, 2027 the Moon is about 368,000 km from Earth, well below the mean distance of 384,400 km, so it is neither a supermoon nor a micromoon. Across the year it ranks 3rd closest of 12 Full Moons in 2027; the Full Moon of November (379,000 km) was about 11,000 km farther away, the one of January (360,000 km) will be about 8,000 km closer.
Observing from London
In London the Moon rises on December 13 at 15:10 GMT and sets the following morning at 09:06; the Sun sets at 15:51 and rises the next morning at 07:58. 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 Geminids peak (December 13–14) falls into the Full Moon period, exactly on the night of the peak: bright moonlight washes out the shower, poor conditions, only the brightest meteors remain visible.
Observing Full Moon December 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 Cold Moon: Name & Folklore
Cold Moon: the full moon of the longest, coldest nights. In Europe it is also known as the Moon before Yule.
Tip for December 2027
The December full moon takes the year’s highest path and shines for up to 17 hours — the longest full-moon night, ideal for extended observation.
Frequently Asked Questions about Full Moon December 2027
When is the Full Moon in December 2027?
Monday, December 13, 2027, at exactly 17:09 CET. The exact local moonrise is shown in the live view on the homepage.
In which zodiac sign is the Full Moon of December 2027?
The Full Moon is in the sign of Gemini ♊.
When is the next New Moon after the Full Moon of December 2027?
The next New Moon after the Full Moon in December is on December 27, 2027.
Why is the December full moon called “Cold Moon”?
Cold Moon: the full moon of the longest, coldest nights. In Europe it is also known as the Moon before Yule.
Is the Full Moon of December 2027 a supermoon?
On December 13, 2027 the Moon is about 368,000 km from Earth, well below the mean distance of 384,400 km, so it is neither a supermoon nor a micromoon. Across the year it ranks 3rd closest of 12 Full Moons in 2027; the Full Moon of November (379,000 km) was about 11,000 km farther away, the one of January (360,000 km) will be about 8,000 km closer.
Can I see meteors around the Full Moon of December 2027?
The Geminids peak (December 13–14) falls into the Full Moon period, exactly on the night of the peak: bright moonlight washes out the shower, poor conditions, only the brightest meteors remain visible.