The full moon will pass in front of Mars on Monday. Look up at the night sky on January 13 and see two celestial events happen simultaneously. The full Wolf Moon will occult Mars, a phenomenon that occurs when one celestial object passes directly in front of another,

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.

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.

The Wolf Moon — the first full moon of the year and of winter in the Northern Hemisphere — will be best seen on Jan. 14, shortly after it has occulted Mars.

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,

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