With the arrival of August, many people in the city are already enjoying their well-deserved vacation. What if we told you that this month will be full of astronomical phenomena? In addition to the Night of St. Lawrence with its shooting stars, in a few days it will be possible to see the Full Moon in Aquarius, also known as the Sturgeon Moon.
In fact, the Sturgeon Moon 2025 will be 100 percent full on the night of Saturday, August 9, in the sign of Aquarius at degree 17. But that’s not all: in the early dawn hours of August 10, Saturn, Jupiter and Venus will align with the Moon in a corner of the sky, also visible to the naked eye (weather permitting).
Sturgeon Full Moon
The moon gets its name from the Native American custom of fishing for sturgeon at this time. Sturgeon is a particular fish found in both freshwater and saltwater that is distinguished by its large size.
The sturgeon moon in Aquarius has multiple meanings such as independence, security in personal goals and confidence in one’s own qualities. Unlike when it is in Leo which is distinguished by its ego-referenced and energetic power and strength.
Why this moon is important
This August 9 sturgeon moon is important because it involves two important aspects in the astrological landscape:
- Mercury retrograde, which remains until Aug. 11, linked to deep thoughts and investigations within oneself.
- And then Mars, particularly stressed at this time of year. Connected to this planet are feelings of independence and a desire to get involved.
This full moon represents a time of inner reflection, suggesting exploring one’s deep resources and hidden emotions.
Where to go in Milan to avoid light pollution
Surely a dark place would help to best see the atmospheric phenomenon as well as shooting stars on August 10, or take your car and drive away to the middle of some field or farmstead just outside Milan. If not, you can find places in the city to try, such as Monte Stella, the Portello Park Mound, or Parco Nord, which being immense and far from city lights perhaps can help you see the sky better.