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Full Moon December 2027: Cold Moon in Gemini on December 13 — Time & Meaning

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The full moon of December 2027 is on December 13 at 16:09 UTC (11:09 EST in New York on December 13; 19:09 in Moscow), in Gemini (21°24′). Its traditional name is the Cold Moon. The Sun is opposite, in Sagittarius.

Exact time and position

Time (UTC)
New York
Moscow
Moon
Gemini 21°24′
Sun
Sagittarius 21°24′
Moon distance
368,142 km
Traditional name
Cold Moon
Waning Moon
December 13, 2027 – December 27, 2027

All times are UTC.

The Moon's phases this cycle (UTC)

  1. New Moon in Sagittarius
  2. First Quarter in Pisces
  3. Full Moon in Gemini
  4. Last Quarter in Virgo
  5. New Moon in Capricorn

Aspects at the moment (orb up to 5°)

  • Saturn (Aries) — sextile to the Moon · orb 0.3°
  • Saturn (Aries) — trine to the Sun · orb 0.3°
  • Mercury (Sagittarius) — opposition to the Moon · orb 1°
  • Mercury (Sagittarius) — conjunction to the Sun · orb 1°
  • Jupiter (Virgo) — square to the Moon · orb 4.7°
  • Jupiter (Virgo) — square to the Sun · orb 4.7°

The planets at that moment

SunSagittarius21°24′
MarsCapricorn13°40′
MoonGemini21°24′
PlutoAquarius5°28′
VenusCapricorn22°28′
SaturnAries21°07′R
UranusGemini7°22′R
JupiterVirgo26°08′
MercurySagittarius22°23′
NeptuneAries3°51′R

Full moon December 2027 (Cold Moon 2027): date, time and sign

The full moon of December 2027 is on December 13 in Gemini. It occurs at 16:09 UTC (11:09 EST in New York; 19:09 in Moscow). This is the Cold Moon, a traditional name for December's full moon. The waning phase lasts from December 13 to December 27.

Full moon in Gemini 2027: what it is about

According to Vronsky, when the Moon transits Gemini, people become more contactable, free, and mobile. There is a growing need to receive and share information, exchange ideas and thoughts. People want to know what is happening around them and what others are doing. This position of the Moon enhances the richness of imagination and quick-wittedness. The mind becomes more agile, hands more dexterous, and people more talkative, even to the point of chatter. Mental activity is so active that it can lead to insomnia. Attention is usually scattered across many things at once, with a tendency to take on everything at once. During this period, the volume of correspondence and phone calls increases, but mistakes in telephone connections also occur more often. Lateness to appointments becomes frequent, and there is a clear tendency to avoid responsibilities. Road incidents and misunderstandings in paperwork, especially related to letters and documents, are not uncommon. Forgetfulness and absent-mindedness increase. Lightness, a tendency to rash decisions and statements, rises. Thefts happen more often. Children are restless and distracted, prone to being late.

The aspects and the sky on the day

At the moment of the full moon, the Sun is in Sagittarius, opposite the Moon in Gemini. According to Vronsky, when the Sun transits Sagittarius, a spirit of wanderlust awakens in people; some go on a journey or scientific expedition. Interest in foreign countries and other cultures increases. At the same time, favorable traits of character and temper are strengthened — nobility and generosity, optimism and enthusiasm, mercy, good nature, goodwill, and a craving for philosophical and religious questions. During this period, people's desire for law and justice increases, as well as for knowledge; they become more sociable and open. Interest in science, especially medicine, both academic and alternative, grows, as does the desire to help people. It is a good time to submit petitions to authorities, judicial instances, and high-ranking officials.

What it may mean inside

This full moon brings together two opposing urges: the desire for quick, varied mental stimulation (Gemini Moon) and the search for meaning, truth, and broader horizons (Sagittarius Sun). Inside, you might feel a tug between wanting to gather facts and wanting to find a philosophy or belief that makes sense of them. The square from Jupiter in Virgo adds a critical, perfectionist edge — you may judge yourself or others for not having the right answers. Yet the strong Saturn aspects offer a grounding structure: a chance to turn mental restlessness into disciplined learning or communication. It is worth noticing where you feel scattered (Gemini) and where you feel called to commit to a bigger picture (Sagittarius). The question is not which side to choose, but how to let both inform each other without losing balance.

How to live the full moon in December 2027

  • • Allow yourself to be curious and social, but set limits on information intake — avoid overloading your mind with news, messages, or multitasking.

FAQ

When is the full moon in December 2027?

The December 2027 full moon is on December 13 at 16:09 UTC (11:09 EST in New York on December 13; 19:09 in Moscow).

What sign is the full moon december 2027 in?

The Moon is in Gemini, 21°24′; the Sun is opposite, in Sagittarius.

What is the December 2027 full moon called?

The Cold Moon — the traditional North American name for the December full moon.

When is the next full moon?

January 12, 2028 at 04:03 UTC, in Cancer.

How many days does the Moon wane after this full moon?

From December 13 to December 27 — about 14 days, until the new moon.

Where does this fall in your chart?

The dates are the same for everyone; the house and aspects are yours alone. A free natal chart and personal transits show which area of your life it touches.

Sources
  • Вронский — Вронский, т.10 «Транзитология I»
  • Robert Hand — Planets in Transit: Life Cycles for Living
  • Дэниел Сигел — Внимательный мозг. Научный взгляд на медитацию

Dates, times, signs and degrees are computed with the Swiss Ephemeris.