When and how to see the Harvest FULL MOON in March 2023 Photos: Stock/Canva
Here is when the next full moon, the Harvest Moon, will occur in March and how you can see it in South Africa.
When and how to see the Harvest FULL MOON in March 2023 Photos: Stock/Canva
The next full moon will occur on Tuesday, 7 March 2023, and the Moon and Sun will perfectly align.
This moon is called the Harvest Moon.
According to Centre for Astronomical Heritage (CfAH), during March, the harvesting of various summer grains is in full swing in South Africa, although some might already be finished because the summer grains are not all harvested in one specific month.
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Grains such as maize, sorghum, and millet are staple foods for many South Africans.
Summer grains were harvested by indigenous people in a fairly large portion of pre-colonial South Africa long before any of the other crops had been planted.
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The Harvest moon will be visible on 7 March 2023 from 14:40.
The next full moon will be seen in April. It is called the Diamond Full Moon.
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This moon will be visible from 6 April 2023.
According to the CfAH the Diamond Full Moon gets its name because South Africa is especially rich in a variety of minerals.
Diamonds are one of the most sought-after of these treasures from deep in South African soil. South Africa is the 4th largest producer of diamonds in the world.
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