On July 10, the residents in Sharjah were blessed to witness the beautiful views of the Buck Moon. Based on the reports from Dubai Astronomy Group, the first full moon of summer appeared in the skies of the UAE’s cultural capital on Thursday. This moon appears every year in July, and it got its name from Native American traditions.

People across the Emirates were excited to witness this special event. According to DAG’s Operations Manager, Khadija Al Hariri, the best time to spot this beautiful moon was shortly after moonrise at 7:10 PM near the eastern horizon and again close to midnight.

The Special Buck Moon Sightings in the UAE

The Buck Moon appears bigger and more golden when it rises, especially when seen low on the horizon. The Buck Moon gets its name from Native American traditions. It’s the time when male deer start growing their antlers. Even though there is no scientific connection to this moon’s name, it is used today to help people feel more connected to the sky. Khadija Al Hariri added that such names make astronomy easier to understand and more enjoyable for everyone.

The Dubai Astronomy Group, often celebrated as one of the best startup story in UAE’s science and education space, shared through an Instagram post that the Buck Moon will stay low in the sky in the northern hemisphere. As its light travels through more of Earth’s atmosphere, it might appear in a warm orange or reddish hue. The post also said that the moon might appear larger than usual, but it is just a visual illusion called the moon illusion.

The views of the buck moon in the Southern Hemisphere are different, as the moon rises much higher in the sky. It reached its brightest point on July 10 at 20:37 GMT. Those who have missed this exact moment don’t need to be sad, as this moon will remain visible the day before and after, and its views can be enjoyed without a telescope.

Mark Your Calendars: Full Moon Dates for the Rest of 2025

Many upcoming lunar magical uae events can leave you spellbound, like the Buck Moon. Here is the list of all the next full moons in the months ahead this year, based on The Farmers’ Almanac, that are popular both for their beautiful sightings and traditional changes.

August 9, 2025 – Sturgeon Moon
September 7, 2025 – Corn Moon
October 6, 2025 – Harvest Moon
November 5, 2025 – Beaver Moon (Supermoon)
December 4, 2025 – Cold Moon (Supermoon)

Upcoming Lunar and Solar Eclipses in 2025

Skywatchers must not miss the chance to witness the following two lunar eclipse events this year, as they can see the wonders of space right from Earth.

Total Lunar Eclipse – September 7–8

A stunning total lunar eclipse will be visible over the skies across Europe, Africa, Australia, Asia, parts of South America, and Alaska. During this eclipse, the moon will pass fully through Earth’s shadow and may take on a dark reddish hue, often known as a Blood Moon.

Partial Solar Eclipse – September 21

Just two weeks later, the partial solar eclipse will be observed from Australia, the Pacific, the Atlantic Ocean, and parts of Antarctica. During this eclipse, the moon will block a portion of the sun, creating a crescent-shaped bite, according to the reports of NASA.

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