The penultimate full moon of the summer, known as the Sturgeon Moon, lands in free-spirited, community minded Aquarius on 9 August 2025 (at around 9pm in the UK), inviting all of us to stand up for what we believe in, think big and find freedom as the month draws to a close. If you’re ready to shake it off and start afresh as the seasons shift this is the ideal place to start.
Read on to discover what part of your life this full moon is set to illuminate and where you might find the focus you need to step into autumn ready for anything.
Astrologers consider today one of the luckiest days in the calendar.
So, what is a Sturgeon Moon?
This month’s full moon is known as a Sturgeon Moon because its appearance historically coincided with an abundance of sturgeon. It’s the final full moon of the summer and the one before the harvest moon, which makes it a great time to get clear on what needs to go and what you want to call in to your life in the last few months of the year.
What sign does the Sturgeon Moon fall under and what does that mean?
August's full Sturgeon moon falls in air sign Aquarius which is associated with freedom, creativity, community spirit, social events, gatherings, forward-thinking ideas and free-spirited philanthropy. Perfect timing for anyone looking to fire themselves up after a summer break and make the most of the months to come. You might have said a sad farewell to your sun lounger but that doesn’t mean you have to go back to the same old-same old. Think a bit bigger and you might just create a life you don’t need to take a vacation from!
How to make the most of the full moon energy
Full moons are magical portals for both manifestation and release, and this moon is no exception. Get set for September by calling in the future you dream of on this full moon.
Easy full moon rituals you can try include:
- Journaling using the prompt ‘My future self is…’
- Getting outside and moon bathing (charge your crystals while you’re at it!)
- Writing down everything you wish to let go of and burning the paper to ash.
- Lighting a candle and making a wish for your future self.
How does the Sturgeon Moon affect sleep?
The increased brightness of the Sturgeon Moon can disrupt your sleep, as the brain is more likely to think it's still daytime, reducing melatonin production. This leads to poorer sleep quality and less time for restorative deep sleep, and can result in raised levels of stress hormone cortisol which creates a cycle of sleep deprivation, anxiety and restlessness.
Light exposure from the Sturgeon Moon can also affect our serotonin levels, the hormone that promotes feelings of contentment and emotional stability, also regulating your sleep, mood and appetite.
How the Aquarius Full Moon will affect your zodiac sign
Every sign will experience this full moon differently depending on the astrological house that’s being illuminated for them. Discover what themes might be coming up for your sign (always also read for your rising sign if you know it) according to guidance from Tetiana Tsvil, spiritual advisor at Nebula.
This time urges you to pay attention to your community and those who support you. You’ll clearly understand who your true friends and partners are, and who it’s better to part with. It’s important to create a sincere and warm environment around you that supports your ambitions and inspires your movement toward your dream.
Your focus shifts to work, reputation, and personal achievements. Moments will come when you’ll need to make serious, necessary decisions. It’s important to act confidently, showing your strengths without excessive emotional outbursts. Pay attention to advice from your friends or colleagues.
A desire arises to expand your horizons and see life from a different angle. You may realise that some views or goals no longer match your needs. It’s time to let go of the old and open yourself to new experiences and ideas. Create a fresh, relevant life strategy for yourself.
Emotions intensify, especially regarding intimacy and shared resources. This period will help you let go of what holds you back and regain control over your life. You will find the strength to free yourself from what no longer serves your interests. Dream bigger, don’t hold back.
For you, it’s a time of clarity in relationships and partnerships, when you clearly realize what you give and what you get in return. The energy of this period inspires you to speak openly and boldly express your true feelings, being honest with yourself and others. Focus on democracy and acceptance.
Attention turns to daily matters, health, and balancing work and rest. If you feel tired, this period will push you to organise your schedule and free yourself from unnecessary burdens. This will help restore your inner balance and life energy.
Creativity, love, and joy become central to your attention. Important decisions in personal life or new discoveries about what truly inspires you are possible. Openness and readiness for new emotions will help renew your inner energy. Inspiration may come, boosting your creativity.
The focus is now on home affairs and family relationships. You may feel a strong desire to put things in order in your space and with loved ones. This is a favorable time to let go of old resentments and create a cozy environment that supports your inner peace. If you’ve long wanted to refresh your decor, now is the time.
Communication and socialising gain special importance. You may need to openly say what you’ve wanted to say for a long time or clearly set boundaries with what doesn’t suit you. Directness and honesty will bring you inner peace and support from those around you. A very good time to study complex but interesting information.
Financial matters and your values come to the forefront. You may desire more freedom and independence in finances. You will begin to understand more clearly what to focus on and where to put your efforts, and what is better to give up. This is a time to realise the true value of what you have in your life.
This period is very personal and focused on your desires and goals. You will rethink priorities, make important decisions, and possibly change direction to live more honestly and according to your true needs. Quickly adapt to possible unexpected changes.
Hidden emotions and old experiences come to the surface. This is a time of cleansing and saying goodbye to what holds you back. You will be able to release internal burdens and open the way to new opportunities with renewed strength and ease. Dreams and visualisation will help you move in the right direction.
The phases of the moon are actually pretty complex.
