The September full moon is special this year. It's a blood moon, and most of the world will get the chance to see a total lunar eclipse that night.

Here's what to know about the Corn Moon this month, why so many people will be watching the skies on Sept. 7.

When is the next full moon?

The September full moon will be Sunday, Sept. 7. Peak illumination will be around 1:09 p.m. CT, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac .

But the moon will be bright for the nights before and after.

Why is it called the Corn Moon?

It's called the Corn Moon , per Farmer's Almanac. The time of year is often when corn is harvested in northern states.

Other names include:

Child Moon (Tlingit)

Autumn Moon (Cree)

Falling Leaves Moon (Ojibwe)

What is a blood moon?

The blood moon is a trick of the

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