Near perfect conditions to view full Wolf moon in Kamloops, Okanagan

The Wolf moon is reaching peak illumination and thanks to a string of clear overnight skies in Kamloops and the Okanagan, viewing and photography opportunities are perfect. While the peak is at 2:27 this afternoon, Jan. 13, the moon appeared full last night, allowing for some stunning photographs, and will appear full for the next two nights. Also known by other names such as Ice or Old Moon, January’s Wolf moon is named for the packs of wolves howling in the depth of winter, according to NASA.  https://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/skywatching/the-next-full-moon-is-the-wolf-moon/ The overnight forecast in Kamloops and the Okanagan shows a few clouds tonight, Jan. 3 and cloudy periods overnight on Tuesday, Jan. 4. READ MORE: iN PHOTOS: Winter birds fluff up for warmth in Kamloops, Okanagan https://infotel.ca/newsitem/in-photos-winter-birds-fluff-up-for-warmth-in-kamloops-okanagan/it107776 Remember to bundle up and find a viewing location away from city light pollution. If you capture any great full moon photos, send them to news@infonews.ca mailto:news@infonews.ca To contact a reporter for this story, email Shannon Ainslie mailto:sainslie@infonews.ca  or call 250-819-6089 or email the editor mailto:news@infonews.ca . You can also submit photos, videos or news tips to the newsroom mailto:tips@infonews.ca  and be entered to win a monthly prize draw. We welcome your comments and opinions on our stories but play nice. We won't censor or delete comments unless they contain off-topic statements or links, unnecessary vulgarity, false facts, spam or obviously fake profiles. If you have any concerns about what you see in comments, email the editor in the link above. SUBSCRIBE to our awesome newsletter here https://infotel.ca/newsletter .