AS WE head into Autumn, the next full moon - known as the Harvest Moon - will appear in skies above the UK. 

The closest full moon to the autumnal equinox, the Harvest Moon marks the turning of the seasons and will illuminate the sky with a bright glow. 

Also known as the Corn Moon the next full moon is traditionally symbolic of a new beginning, coming after hard work and dedication. 

What is a Harvest Moon? 

Also known as the Corn Moon the next full moon is traditionally symbolic of a new beginning, coming after hard work and dedication. It usually signaled to farmers when to start harvesting their crops.

This year the autumn equinox – the moment when the sun is directly above the Earth’s equator and the day and night are of equal length – is expected to fall on September 22. 

At first glance the moon may seem like a regular full moon, however if you look closely there should be an orangey hue to it due to its proximity to the horizon. 

For the first few nights around the Harvest Moon the moon will rise quickly at sunrise, looking bright and large in the sky.  

What time can you see it? 

This year's Harvest Moon will be visible tonight but it will be at its brightest just after midnight tonight at 12.54am on Tuesday, 21 September.

You don't need any specialist equipment to enjoy viewing the moon - although there is a chance of cloud which might alter visibility. 

What is the forecast saying for tonight? 

At the time of writing, the Met Office are forecasting a bright and sunny day followed by a clear night though clouds will form in the early hours of Tuesday morning.