This year, the Buck Moon follows Earth's aphelion, the point in its orbit farthest from the Sun, by just a few days, according to Space.com. That makes it the full moon farthest from the Sun in 2025, a result of orbital geometry rather than distance from Earth.

This week, witness the full moon in July, known as the "Buck Moon," an event that captivates nature lovers and sky gazers alike.

Avid sky watchers may also have a chance to see multiple planets and a constellation later this month. Here's what to know.