Heads up, Space City. Houston is set to have a front-row seat to a truly magical phenomenon: the appearance of the Harvest Supermoon, set to light up the sky in spectacular fashion tonight as the first supermoon of 2025.
When to see the Supermoon in Houston
You’ll start to see the moon rising over the city just after sunset on Monday, October 6. This will also coincide with the start of the Draconid meteor shower. The Supermoon will reach its brightest point at 10:47 pm tonight accordin to USA TODAY. This isn’t just any full moon — it’s the first Supermoon of 2025, appearing bigger, closer, and more luminous than usual. It’s been nearly a year since the last one, so stargazers and night owls alike won’t want to miss it.
Why It’s Called the “Harvest Moon”
The Harvest Moon usually shows up closest to the autumn equinox, but this year’s arrives unusually late — the latest since 1987, in fact. Its name dates back to the days when farmers used the moonlight to harvest crops like pumpkins, beans, and corn late into the night. Some also call it the Corn Moon, but whatever the name, it’s a beautiful nod to the changing season.
Where to Watch the Supermoon around Houston
To catch the best view, you’ll want to escape as much city glow as possible. A few local favorites for moon-watching:
- Buffalo Bayou Park – Perfect balance of skyline and open sky
- Eleanor Tinsley Park – A go-to for photographers chasing that moonrise shot
- Terry Hershey Park – Peaceful trails and darker skies
- Brazos Bend State Park – One of the best dark-sky areas within an hour of town
What’s Next
If tonight leaves you wanting more lunar phenomenon, know that the cosmos have two more Supermoons in store for this year on November 5, 2025, the closest supermoon of the year, followed by the Cold Moon supermoon a month later on December 4, 2025.
So grab a blanket, a late-night snack, and maybe someone to share the view with — Houston’s sky is about to put on quite a show.