Full Moon Jan. 2025 Meaning. The cancer full moon meets us january 13 or 14, 2025, depending on where you are in the world. At a full moon, the moon is located on the opposite side of the earth to the sun, so the face of the moon facing towards the earth will be entirely illuminated by the sun’s rays.

In contrast, the new moon offers a fresh slate to dream big and set your sights on new goals. The august full moon is often known as the sturgeon moon.