This July’s “Buck Moon” is set to reach its fullest point on Thursday, July 10, marking one of the lowest full moons in the year due to Earth’s orbit around the sun. The moon will appear as an orange orb on the eastern horizon at dusk, making it a prime viewing opportunity.
The Buck Moon, also known as the Hay Moon in England, is named after new-growth antlers emerging in North America during July. It occurs relatively early in the month, which contributes to its lower position in the sky. The moon’s low point can enhance its apparent size and color, thanks to the “moon illusion,” where our brains play a trick on us.
As Earth’s orbit is slightly elliptical, this full moon will be the farthest from the sun of the year due to being positioned on the side facing away from it. The next full moon, the Sturgeon Moon, rises on August 9.
To spot the Buck Moon, use a moon calculator to determine the exact time you should look for it from your location. The best viewing time will be at moonrise or dusk.
Source: https://www.livescience.com/space/the-moon/buck-moon-2025-how-to-spot-the-years-farthest-full-moon-from-the-sun