Full ‘Snow Moon’ in February Will Be a ‘Micro Moon’—And It’s the Exact Opposite of a Super Moon

Full ‘Snow Moon’ in February Will Be a ‘Micro Moon’—And It’s the Exact Opposite of a Super Moon
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Michael Wing
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If your windowsills or balcony are covered in that white, powdery fluff known as snow as you gaze outside on a winter evening, perhaps, it might be clear how the February full moon got its name.

Various cultures have given rise to a host of different names for this month’s full moon, of course. But the name we probably use most commonly in America is Snow Moon—alluding to the winter weather in February.

Michael Wing
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Michael Wing is a writer and editor based in Calgary, Canada, where he was born and educated in the arts. He writes mainly on culture, human interest, and trending news.
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