The popular nickname “cold moon ” originated from native American tribes, in this case the Mohawks, which gave a name to each full moon throughout the year to help track the seasons. The cold in the December nickname refers to the dropping temperatures that start taking hold as the winter season starts.

As frosty temperatures fall over the Bluegrass State, the aptly named "Cold Moon" will shine ahead of the winter solstice.

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