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'Buck moon' to appear over Central Texas tonight

Mostly clear skies should allow for prime viewing of the buck moon.

TEXAS, USA — We have one question: Who here is a fan of full moons? We sure hope you are, because that's exactly what you'll be seeing tonight in the skies over Central Texas.

There is a full moon every month, and there is a name for this moon. The full moon in July is called the buck moon because, at this time of year, a buck's antlers are in full growth mode.

Credit: Meteorologist Jordan Darensbourg

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Additionally, this moon is considered one of the biggest moons of the year. This is caused by the moon being closer to Earth at this time of year, which creates a "supermoon." The full moon will be 123% larger than normal in this case.

Credit: Meteorologist Jordan Darensbourg

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While it will be pretty warm tonight, we should only see a few clouds so that viewing obstruction will be near zero. So this is your chance to step outside and see the buck moon in full action. 

Credit: Meteorologist Jordan Darensbourg

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