The full moon closest to the Autumnal equinox is considered the Harvest moon. In 2008 , like most, it occurs in September, being full on the 15th. In some years for example 2009, the Harvest moon occurs in October.
Called the harvest moon for two reasons: the bright light makes it possible for farmers to work late into the evening, and it signals the time with early fall crops like squash, corn, beans or pumpkins may begin to be harvested.
The Harvest Moon is also unique in the way it rises. Typically, the moon rises 50 minutes later each successive day, except during the Harvest Moon. Due to the elliptical orbit, the moon rises only about 20 – 30 minutes later each night for the United States. To find out the moon rise time for your town, visit the US Naval Observatory
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