February may be the shortest month of the year, but it is also the snowiest month depending on your geographical location. This is why the full moon of February is known as the Snow Moon, the second full moon of the year.
There is such great beauty in the Snow Moon. As the moon sits in the night sky, it gives off this unique glow, turning almost iridescent as the light of the moon reflects off of the blanket of snow on the ground.
The Snow Moon will sometimes align or follow the Sabbat Imbolc. Imbolc is the mid-point between the Winter Solstice (Yule) and the Vernal Equinox (Ostara).
Snow Moon Meaning
The meaning of the Snow Moon is rather self-explanatory. The heaviest snowfall of the year tends to be in February (in the Northern Hemisphere) which is why it has been named the Snow Moon.
There are other names given to this month’s full moon. Many Native American tribes have different names for this full moon such as the Hungry Moon.
February isn’t just a month of heavy snow fall; it is also a time of scarcity. Which is why it was also referred to as the Hungry Moon. Hunting was difficult this time of year and winter food supplies were running dry.
Many names for this moon stemmed from not only the Native Americans, but also Celtic, Anglo-Saxon, Medieval English, and Neo-Pagan.
Other names for the Snow Moon
- Hungry Moon (Cherokee)
- Eagle Moon (Cree)
- Ice Moon (Celtic)
- Bear Moon (Tlingit)
- Storm Moon (Medieval English)
- Budding Moon (Chinese)
- Groundhog (Algonquin)
Snow Moon 2025
The Snow Moon will take place Tuesday, Feb. 11, rising at 4:46pm and setting on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 6:42am Mountain Time.
The Black Moon
Every 19 years, there is no moon in the month of February. This is known as the Black Moon.
Snow Moon Spiritual Meaning
February is a time of stillness. The weather is cold and snowy, and even though the sun has started to stay out a little longer, the days are still short, and the nights are still long.
Now is the time to get on nature’s natural rhythms. To rest and to preserve our physical energies. This makes it possible to work internally within yourself and reflect on where you are now, and where you wish to go. The full moon is for new beginnings, a chance to embrace change and plan for the future.
Take some time to look at any goals you may have. What do you wish to accomplish during the year? Are there any projects you want to accomplish? Make sure to look deep within yourself and see if there are any inner changes you wish to better. This could be patience, acceptance, or just more self-love.
Self-care is important during these snowy days. During the Spring all the way through Christmas, we are moving full speed, hardly taking time to step back and caring for ourselves mentally and emotionally. Taking the time to focus on ourselves should be held higher in our lives.
Meditations, self-expression through art and journaling, expressing gratitude, and ritual baths are a great way to self-care. But of course, these are not the only way. I do recommend doing things that allow you to rest, be creative, and internally grow. Spending time with our thoughts during these slow times is a great way to reconnect with ourselves.
Spiritual Meaning Quick List
- Reflection
- Renewal
- Manifestation/ Intention Setting
- Cleansing
- Purification
- Goal Setting
- Dreams
- Relationships
- Change
- Resilience
- Strength
- New Beginnings
- Ambition
- Creativity
- Release
- Growth
- Meditation
- Responsibility
- Healing
- Clarity
- Self-Care
- Planning
Snow Moon Activities
It can be hard to find things to do during the winter months, especially when it’s too cold outside. Here is a list of different activities you can do during this slow time of the year. These activities may help you connect with others, yourself and the natural world around you.
- Bonfire
- Meditation
- Reading/ Learning
- Journaling (thoughts, gratitude, etc.)
- Night Walk/ Hike
- Collect Snow Water- Charge into Moon Water
- Goal Setting
- Goal Planning
- Project Planning
- Garden Planning
- Learn a New Skill
- Plant Seeds Indoors
- Cooking/ Baking
- Cleansing
- Shadow Work
- Drawing, Painting, Coloring
- Snow Activities (snowman, snowball fight, snow fort)
- Ritual Baths
- Full Moon Rituals
- Dreamwork
- Divination
- Cleaning/ Decluttering (your home and mind)
Snow Moon Correspondences
Names: Hungry, Bear, Eagle, Storm, Ice, Budding, Groundhog
Intentions: Reflection, Goal Setting, Planning, Creativity, Dreams, Growth, Renewal, Manifestation, Meditation, Cleansing, Clarity, Purification (full list above)
Colors: Purple, Blue, White, Silver
Crystals: Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Clear Quartz, Moonstone, Jasper
Element: Fire
Plants: Sage, Lavender, Rosemary, Myrrh, Rowan, Laurel, Cedar
Animals: Sheep, Bear, Eagle, Groundhog
Deities: Aphrodite, Brigid, Demeter, Persephone, Juno, Mars
