The new full moon, called the Buck Moon, is expected to be a warm, summery orange or amber. We’ve got all the details on how to see the July full moon, when it hits its peak and why it’s called the Buck Moon. The Buck Moon takes its name from the time of year when male deer - bucks - start to grow their antlers. A post shared by BBC Weather (@bbcweather) A photo posted by onWill the Buck Moon be visible in the UK? Yes, you should be able to see the Buck Moon today - with a caveat.