Everything you need to know about the full “Wolf Moon,” including exactly when, where and how to see it at its best from where you are, including an occultation of Mars.

On January 13, stargazers will be treated to a spectacular celestial event as the Wolf Moon—the first full moon of the year—passes directly in front of Mars. This will create a rare occultation that will capture the attention of astronomy enthusiasts across various regions.

Rising just before sunset on January 13, the Full Wolf Moon will be up all night, and will slip below the western horizon only after the Sun rises. Plus, if you watch closely throughout the night, you may spot the planet Mars dip behind the Moon, only to re-emerge a short time later.

A rare astronomical event will take place as Mars disappears behind the full moon in a lunar occultation. This event, visible from the United States on January 13, marks the only lunar occultation of Mars this year.

Wolf Moon will occult Mars on January 13, offering a celestial spectacle filled with folklore and astronomical intrigue.

January's full Wolf Moon will make Mars vanish. It's only temporary, but you can watch it happen.

You might want to bundle up and head outside soon, though, to get a look at January’s Wolf Moon and the occultation of Mars. The full Moon happens roughly once every month (sometimes it happens twice in a month,

Skygazers, rejoice: the first full moon of the year will light up the sky on Monday evening. Nicknamed the Wolf Moon, here’s how to see it in January 2025. What Is The Wolf Moon? Due to their nocturnal nature,