First Full Wolf Moon Of 2024 This Week. January's full moon will reach peak illumination at 12:54 p.m. The first full moon of the year is known as the wolf moon because it was believed wolves howled more at night during the winter.

As the frigid weather of january bared its teeth skywatchers captured some incredible images of the wolf moon, the first full moon of 2024. Each month, we will explain the traditional names of the full moon along with some fascinating moon facts.