All hail the holy grind — the full buck moon in Capricorn is upon us. The full buck moon will rise on Thursday, July 10, reaching peak illumination at 4:37 P.M. Eastern Time at 18 degrees of Capricorn.

July’s full 'Buck Moon' rises close to aphelion, making it the furthest full moon from the sun in 2025. The July full moon, known as the 'Buck Moon' will rise on Thursday, July 10 and put on a spectacular show for both stargazers and astrophotographers alike.

This year's buck moon will reach its peak illumination at 4:37 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on Thursday, July 10, 2025. While that timing means it won't be visible in its fullest phase for many viewers until after sunset, the moon will still appear nearly full and luminous throughout the evening and is best caught shortly after moon rise.