There's something neat that happens when the full moon is closer to the horizon, and we call it the "moon illusion."

The first full moon of summer is the Buck moon, reaching peak illumination in the afternoon. Here's when you'll want to look up tonight.

The Capricorn Full Moon paves the way for the collective, but Capricorn, Aries, Cancer, and Libra zodiac signs really find their power beginning with the July 10, 2025 Full Moon. This energy helps them realize that wherever they aren’t satisfied, they can always start again.

You are observant and have a wide range of interests. You are gentle, analytical and practical. This year you reap the rewards of your past efforts. Expect power and leadership. It’s a year of major decisions and accomplishments, bringing you awards, kudos and acknowledgement.

Skywatchers may have a harder time spotting July's full moon in Iowa. The evening of Wednesday, July 9, is expected to have 50-80% cloud cover across the state with some thunderstorms possible starting in western Iowa around 10 p.m. and moving across the state through the night, according to the National Weather Service.

The Capricorn Full Moon love horoscopes on Thursday, July 10, reveal what each zodiac sign needs to do to find the balance between taking care of yourself and those you love. The Moon rules your feelings and emotional well-being.

Experts say July’s full moon could reduce sleep by up to 20 minutes on the evening of the 10th and as much as 90 minutes in the days leading up to and following it. Scientists in Switzerland previously found that, on the night of the full moon, people take on average five more minutes to fall asleep.

The combination of high humidity water vapor and the unique summer clouds make the name fit right for the Thunder Moon. This full moon is also called the Buck Moon, which is also timely named. Male deer start growing horns around July here in Michigan according to Matt Bierlein, Director of Parks, Recreation and Facilities in Frankenmuth, MI.