Dating back to the 1930s, the Maine Farmers' Almanac began publishing what it said were Native American names for each full moon and the names have stuck since. January's full moon is called the Wolf Moon due to the "packs of wolves heard howling outside the villages amid the cold and deep snows of winter," according to NASA.

The January full moon is one of the most captivating celestial events of the year. This moon is special, not just for its timing but also for its name: the Wolf Moon. As we welcome 2025, the Wolf Moon presents a unique opportunity to reflect on the past year,