Unsurprisingly, the name of February's full moon became known as the snow moon since it rises in one of the snowiest months, on average, in the United States. Because bad weather and heavy snows made hunting difficult, the moon has also been called the hunger moon, according to NASA.

A full moon will rise in the sky this week but will it still be that way by the time Valentine's Day rolls around? No, but it will be pretty close to a full moon. February's full moon, which is also called a snow moon,

February's full Moon is known as the Snow Moon, after the heavy snowfall often associated with this time of year in the Northern Hemisphere, but is also sometimes called the Storm Moon or Hungry Moon.

Everything you need to know about the full "Snow Moon," including exactly when, where, and how to see it at its best from where you are.

February's full moon is nicknamed the "Snow Moon" due to the month typically being the coldest and snowiest month of the year.

The Snow Moon may bring some unexpected blizzards, but tapping into the spiritual meaning of Feb. 12’s full moon can help you navigate the storm — and make your way through the other side even stronger.