Date
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Full Moon July 2026
The Full Moon in July 2026 occurs on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 16:36 CEST and is in the sign of Aquarius ♒.
Full Moon July 2026 — All Details
Time
16:36 CEST
Moon Name
Buck Moon
Zodiac Sign
Aquarius ♒
Next New Moon
August 12, 2026
Full Moon July 2026: Highlights and Observation
What makes this Full Moon special
On July 29, 2026 the Moon is about 400,000 km from Earth, well above the mean distance of 384,400 km, so it is neither a supermoon nor a micromoon. Across the year it ranks 10th closest of 13 Full Moons in 2026; the Full Moon of June (405,000 km) was about 6,000 km farther away, the one of August (390,000 km) will be about 9,000 km closer.
Observing from London
In London the Moon rises on July 29 at 21:01 BST and sets the following morning at 05:58; the Sun sets at 20:54 and rises the next morning at 05:20. The Full Moon is therefore above the horizon all night long. Other locations in the UK differ by a few minutes.
Observing Full Moon July 2026
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 Buck Moon: Name & Folklore
Buck Moon: in July, deer grow their new antlers. European tradition calls it the Hay Moon, after the hay harvest.
Tip for July 2026
Warm summer nights make July ideal for long moon sessions: the low full moon over fields or water is a classic summer motif.
Frequently Asked Questions about Full Moon July 2026
When is the Full Moon in July 2026?
Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at exactly 16:36 CEST. The exact local moonrise is shown in the live view on the homepage.
In which zodiac sign is the Full Moon of July 2026?
The Full Moon is in the sign of Aquarius ♒.
When is the next New Moon after the Full Moon of July 2026?
The next New Moon after the Full Moon in July is on August 12, 2026.
Why is the July full moon called “Buck Moon”?
Buck Moon: in July, deer grow their new antlers. European tradition calls it the Hay Moon, after the hay harvest.
Is the Full Moon of July 2026 a supermoon?
On July 29, 2026 the Moon is about 400,000 km from Earth, well above the mean distance of 384,400 km, so it is neither a supermoon nor a micromoon. Across the year it ranks 10th closest of 13 Full Moons in 2026; the Full Moon of June (405,000 km) was about 6,000 km farther away, the one of August (390,000 km) will be about 9,000 km closer.