Wolf Moon January 2023: 11 striking photos of first full moon of 2023 in Edinburgh and beyond

The Wolf Moon has risen in our skies, marking the first full moon of 2023

By Ginny Sanderson

Published 9th Jan 2023, 11:17 BST

Updated 10th Jan 2023, 09:52 BST

Over the weekend, stargazers were treated to striking views of the Wolf Moon rising in the heavens. Named after the Native American term for the first full moon of the New Year, photographers from all over the world captured the breathtaking sight. Here are some of the best photos of the lunar event.

Incredible pictures show the Wolf Moon captured over Edinburgh

A close-up shot of the full moon in all its glory above Midlothian, taken at about 7.45pm on January 7 by Twitter user Allasan Seòras Buc.

1. Edinburgh

A close-up shot of the full moon in all its glory above Midlothian, taken at about 7.45pm on January 7 by Twitter user Allasan Seòras Buc. Photo: Allasan Seòras Buc

The Wolf Moon rises above Portobello. This shot was perfectly captured by Anna Mayumi

2. Portobello

The Wolf Moon rises above Portobello. This shot was perfectly captured by Anna Mayumi Photo: Anna Mayumi

The Wolf Moon rises above Newhaven Harbour, casting a silver reflection into the sea

3. Leith

The Wolf Moon rises above Newhaven Harbour, casting a silver reflection into the sea Photo: Morag Duncan

The new year's moon lights up the evening sky at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Tree Grove, which overlooks the city of Los Angeles, Friday, Jan. 6, 2023.

4. Los Angeles

The new year's moon lights up the evening sky at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Tree Grove, which overlooks the city of Los Angeles, Friday, Jan. 6, 2023. Photo: Damian Dovarganes