December moon is also known as the ‘cold moon’ the name suggests that December is heading towards the freezing cold and frosty nights. This moon looks quite bigger to the casual observer than the normal days. This moon catches the attention of many people because of its fullness and brightness offering sky gazers a unique opportunity to appreciate the celestial spectacle.
This moon is also known as the ‘Moon Before Yule’ as Yule was the festival that lasted from December 21 to January 1. It can bee seen just few days before Christmas.
Saturday, 18th December is the date when ‘cold moon’ of 2021 can be seen over the horizon. This moon welcomes winters and says good bye to the year. This moon is seen in long nights of December.
It is the time of the year when winter tightens its hold and and full moon oversees the earth. This term ‘cold moon’ was given by Native American tribe ‘Mohawk’.
It is also close to winter solstice (which is on Tuesday December 21 this year) this night is the longest and the darkest one.