Full Moon November 2025 (Beaver Moon)
The November 2025 full moon - the Beaver Moon - reaches peak illumination on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
Each November full moon takes its most common nickname from the Algonquin practice of trapping beavers before swamps froze over for the winter.
About the Beaver Moon
A full moon occurs when Earth lies between the Sun and the Moon, and the side of the Moon facing Earth is fully lit. The Moon appears as a complete bright disk, rising at sunset and setting at sunrise.
'Beaver Moon' is the most widely used English name for November's full moon, drawn from the Old Farmer's Almanac tradition of recording Algonquin Indigenous names for each month's full moon. Other names include the Frost Moon, Mourning Moon, and Snow Moon (in some traditions).
When and Where to See It
The Beaver Moon will be visible from sunset on November 4 through sunrise on November 6, with peak fullness occurring during the early hours of Wednesday, November 5. The Moon appears largest near the horizon at moonrise and moonset thanks to the well-known 'moon illusion.'
For the clearest view, find a location away from city lights with an open eastern horizon at moonrise and a clear western horizon at moonset. No telescope is needed - the full moon is bright enough to read by on clear nights.
Other November 2025 Moon Phases
- Full Moon (Beaver Moon): Wednesday, November 5
- Third Quarter: Wednesday, November 12
- New Moon: Thursday, November 20
- First Quarter: Friday, November 28
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the November 2025 full moon?
The November 2025 full moon peaks on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
Why is November's full moon called the Beaver Moon?
The name comes from the Algonquin tradition of setting beaver traps before the swamps froze over for the winter.
What other names does the November full moon have?
It is also called the Frost Moon, Mourning Moon, and in some traditions the Snow Moon.