Southern Hemisphere Moon Names 🌙

In the Southern Hemisphere, moon names beautifully reflect the seasons, the rhythms of nature, and local cultural traditions. They often align with opposite seasons to those in the Northern Hemisphere. Here’s a guide to these lunar names throughout the year:

☀️ Summer (December - February)

December: Strawberry Moon / Ripe Fruit Moon

Represents the ripening of summer fruits.

January: Thunder Moon / Buck Moon

Named for summer storms or the activity of wildlife.

February: Grain Moon / Red Moon

Marks late summer and the harvesting of grains.

🍂 Autumn (March - May)

March: Harvest Moon

Celebrates the end of the summer harvest.

April: Hunter's Moon / Falling Leaf Moon

Symbolizes preparation for winter as leaves begin to fall.

May: Frost Moon

Signals the first frosts of the colder months ahead.

❄️ Winter (June - August)

June: Cold Moon / Oak Moon

Represents the resilience of nature at the start of winter.

July: Wolf Moon / Long Night Moon

Named for the long, cold nights and the howling winds.

August: Snow Moon

Reflects the peak of winter and snowy landscapes.

🌸 Spring (September - November)

September: Planting Moon / Sap Moon

A time for rejuvenation as seeds are planted.

October: Flower Moon / Blossom Moon

Celebrates the blooming flowers of spring.

November: Milk Moon

Named for the abundance of life as animals give birth.

Explore the Magic of the Moon

Each name carries its own seasonal beauty and cultural significance. Use these moon names to align your intentions, rituals, or simply to feel more connected to the natural world around you.

✨ Which moon name speaks to you? Let the phases of the moon guide your journey. 🌕