Extra attention will be given to the Monday night sky as the name Wolf Moon appears across the globe.
The first full moon of 2022, it will shine brightly in the evening hours, reaching peak illumination at 5:48 p.m. CT, according to NASA's Real-Time Science Encyclopedia, Solar System Exploration.
From the best times to see it, the origin story and other places you can find it, here's what you need to know:
The first full moon in January has for centuries been often referred to as the Wolf Moon. According to the Farmer's Almanac, its origins come from Native Americans, who often heard wolves howling on cold winter nights at this time of year.
However, this is not its only name.
The first full moon in January has often been referred to as the Wolf Moon for centuries. Its origin comes from Native Americans who often heard wolves howling during cold winter nights at this time of year, according to the Farmer's Almanac.
This isn't its only name, though.
The moon has also been known as the Ice Moon, the Moon after Yule, the Old Moon and the Thaipusam Festival Moon, among other names, according to NASA's website.
Best time to watch it
In the Chicago area, you'll want to keep your eyes up to the sky before 4 p.m.
As per timeanddate.com, moonrise is expected at 4:23 PM
The best view may be Monday evening, but it's not the only chance to see it.
According to NASA, the full moon will appear full for about three days - from Sunday evening to Wednesday morning.
But what makes it so unique?
According to SPACE.com, a full moon occurs when the Moon is on the exact opposite side of Earth from the Sun.
About 12 occur every year, roughly once per month.
Wherever you are, time is the same for everyone.
The timing is determined by where the Moon is relative to Earth, not where it appears in the sky, which is slightly different depending on where it is located, according to the website.
Other Notable Sights
The wolf moon might not be the only stunning sight you'll encounter on Monday.
According to NASA, with the evening twilight ending around 5:14 p.m., the brightest planet will be Jupiter, visible 20 degrees above the southwestern horizon. Saturn will also be visible, just two degrees above the horizon just below Jupiter and will set 15 minutes later.
You can even catch a glimpse of the bright star Pollux.
When is the next full moon?
It will take about a month for you to get to see another full moon.
According to NASA, the next full moon will occur on Wednesday, February 16. It will appear full for about three days, from about midnight on Tuesday morning to midnight on Thursday.
The bright star Regulus will also be visible with the full moon.