The first full moon of 2024 will occur on the night of Thursday, January 25.

Above the sky of Guayaquil it is already possible to see the almost full image of the moon at noon. Today’s moon is 96.00% visible and grows when they are missing 2 days for the phase Full moon. The distance from the moon to the Earth is now 393,454.03 km.

Why do we call the January moon “Wolf Moon”?

This fascinating lunar phenomenon gets its name from ancient Indian tribes, who associated it with the howling of wolves on cold January nights.

According to tradition, wolves howled during this period in search of food, creating a magical atmosphere full of mystery. The Wolf Moon symbolizes the connection between nature and its inhabitants and reminds us of the importance of harmony in our environment, explains the Quito Astronomical Observatory on its Facebook site.

The name is believed to have Celtic and Old English origins and was brought to North America by European settlers. Other Celtic names for the full moon include Stay Home Moon and Quiet Moon, the Time and Date site explains; while in some Native American cultures it is called Severe Moon or Center Moon.

In Anglo-Saxon culture, the full moon in January was also called the Moon in honor of Yule. Pre-Christian Yule (or Juul) is the ancient winter solstice festival usually celebrated around December 21st.

When should you see the Wolf Moon?

January’s Full Wolf Moon will reach maximum illumination this Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 12:54 PM EST (mainland Ecuador time).

During a full moon, the moon is on the side of the Earth opposite the sun, so the side of the moon facing Earth will be fully illuminated by the sun’s rays. In the afternoon it will be possible to observe that the January moon will rise over the eastern horizon around sunset on Thursday evening. At midnight the Wolf Moon will shine brighter and rounder above us. At sunrise it will disappear over the western horizon, they explain in detail in the The site of the Old Farmers’ Almanac.

Channel energy by 2024

In astrology, full moons represent a moment of completion and fullness. It is a time when emotions and intuition increase and you can see things more clearly.

On Thursday, January 25, 2024, at exactly 12:54 PM EST, the Wolf Moon will peak in the sunlit sign of Leo, a heart-centered fire sign known for its playful energy, outgoing nature and gentle ferocity.

While Full Moons are known for stirring up drama or intense feelings, the January 2024 Full Moon is about challenging yourself to release repressed fears and insecurities that limit your potential.

To work with this energy, you must dig deeper into your desires and be willing to make the changes necessary to bring more joy, passion, and happiness into your relationships, professional life, and daily routines. (JO)