A ugust's full moon, known as the 'Sturgeon Moon' made a splash when it leapt above the southern horizon on Aug. 9 earlier this week, illuminating the summer sky mere days before the peak of the Perseid meteor shower.

August's full "sturgeon moon" peaked on Aug. 9, but was best viewed during moonrise on both Aug. 8 and 9 from North America.

August's full moon has peaked, but there is still time to see the full moon this month before it starts to wane. There are only four full moons left in 2025, so some people may want to try to catch every moon while they have the chance.