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We all experience a full moon in the skies after reaching a peak exactly in the middle of each month. You can now see the full moon on Friday, March 18, 2022.

Next Full Moon 2022

The moon will reach its complete bloom on 18th March. There are also 3 other major events regarding the movements of the moon in the month of March 2022.

The first event is connected to the New Moon rising on March 02, 2022. The second level marks the 1st quarter forming on March 10, 2022. The 3rd event refers to the last quarter on March 25, 2022.

Best Time to See the Full Moon in March 2022

People can watch the full moon and at the best time a couple of hours after the evening. However, the moon will reach its peak point tonight at around midnight.

The moon will rise almost 30 minutes before the sun sets on March 18, 2022. You can better see the full moon at its best after moving to higher points of view. It will allow you to clearly experience the full moon view.

Various spots in Edinburgh (the capital of Scotland) are traditionally more ideal to experience most of the full moon. Most visiting points include Blackford Hill, Arthur’s Seat, or any other higher points of view in Edinburgh.

It is noteworthy that you should stay away from artificial lights such as street lamps or buildings with flashing lights. The artificial light interruption could disturb your view and make it difficult to experience the natural view of the night sky.

Do you know the Worm Moon?

Each month’s full moons have their own names. Most of the names are based on the seasonal weather ethics of Native Americans.

Most of us have experienced the Wolf Moon in January, Snow Moon in February, and now the Worm Moon in March.

The March moon marked the Worm Moon name because the winter has gone. Most creatures such as worms and insects make their first appearance out of the ground during this month.

However, winter hasn’t yet entirely gone but it is closer. The Worm Moon 2022 event will take place before the spring harvest season.

The birds will soon get fed by the growing insects and worms and they will take them home to feed their babies. The bird’s chirping is clearly pointing to the actual spring season.

Other Nicknames of March Full Moon

You can also find some other nicknames linked to the March full moon in many Native American communities across the country. Most of the nicknames are supposedly focused on the changing seasons.

These nicknames refer to the various behavior patterns of birds including Goose Moon, Eagle Moon, and Crow Comes Back Moon. The Sugar Moon points to the time when the juice of sugar plants begins to flow.

However, the Wind Strong Moon indicates the powerful windy days. The Sore Eyes Moon refers to the blinding rays of sunlight that are capable of melting snow in the late winter season.