Date
Monday, October 26, 2026
Full Moon October 2026
The Full Moon in October 2026 occurs on Monday, October 26, 2026 at 05:12 CET and is in the sign of Taurus ♉.
Full Moon October 2026 — All Details
Time
05:12 CET
Moon Name
Hunter’s Moon
Zodiac Sign
Taurus ♉
Next New Moon
November 9, 2026
Full Moon October 2026: Highlights and Observation
What makes this Full Moon special
On October 26, 2026 the Moon is about 369,000 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 4th closest of 13 Full Moons in 2026; the Full Moon of September (379,000 km) was about 11,000 km farther away, the one of November (361,000 km) will be about 8,000 km closer.
Observing from London
In London the Moon rises on October 26 at 16:14 GMT and sets the following morning at 08:43; the Sun sets at 16:46 and rises the next morning at 06:44. 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 Orionids peak (October 21–22) 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.
Observing Full Moon October 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 Hunter’s Moon: Name & Folklore
Hunter’s Moon: the first full moon after the Harvest Moon — its bright light over cleared fields traditionally helped hunters.
Tip for October 2026
Clear, already-dark October evenings: the Hunter’s Moon rises early and stays visible long — ideal for skyline shots in moonlight.
Frequently Asked Questions about Full Moon October 2026
When is the Full Moon in October 2026?
Monday, October 26, 2026, at exactly 05:12 CET. The exact local moonrise is shown in the live view on the homepage.
In which zodiac sign is the Full Moon of October 2026?
The Full Moon is in the sign of Taurus ♉.
When is the next New Moon after the Full Moon of October 2026?
The next New Moon after the Full Moon in October is on November 9, 2026.
Why is the October full moon called “Hunter’s Moon”?
Hunter’s Moon: the first full moon after the Harvest Moon — its bright light over cleared fields traditionally helped hunters.
Is the Full Moon of October 2026 a supermoon?
On October 26, 2026 the Moon is about 369,000 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 4th closest of 13 Full Moons in 2026; the Full Moon of September (379,000 km) was about 11,000 km farther away, the one of November (361,000 km) will be about 8,000 km closer.
Can I see meteors around the Full Moon of October 2026?
The Orionids peak (October 21–22) 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.