This August, stargazers can enjoy a rare treat as the full Sturgeon Moon rises twice in successive evenings on Saturday, Aug. 9 and Sunday, Aug. 10. Unlike most months, when there’s only one opportunity to see a full moon, the Sturgeon Moon will rise soon after sunset on both days.
The best time for viewing is just after sunset, when the moon is fully illuminated and appears in the eastern sky. This phenomenon occurs because the full moon lies low in the southern sky at mid-northern latitudes, causing it to rise earlier each day due to its shorter stay in the night sky.
On Friday, Aug. 8, in New York City, the full Sturgeon Moon will rise at 8:03 p.m. ET, followed by a rise at 8:32 p.m. ET on Saturday. The moonrises will happen during dusk, so it’s essential to check the exact time for your location.
For a better view, using stargazing binoculars or backyard telescopes can reveal details on the lunar surface. The full Sturgeon Moon gets its name from sturgeon fish abundant in the Great Lakes at this time of year.
This event is followed by the Corn Moon on Sunday, Sept. 8. North America will not witness a total lunar eclipse during this event, but parts of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Ocean will see the moon turn reddish for 82 minutes.
Source: https://www.livescience.com/space/the-moon/sturgeon-moon-2025-what-makes-augusts-full-moon-a-special-2-night-affair