The Windmill s Moon . ... Credit Copyright: Babak Tafreshi ( TWAN ) Explanation: Seen from the Canary Island of Fuerteventura , this bright Full Moon rose at sunset. Reaching its full phase on the night of January 4/5, it was the first Full Moon of the new year and the first to follow December's solstice. Of course, in North America the first Full Moon of January has been known as the Wolf's Moon . ... NASA Web Site Statements, Warnings, and Disclaimers . NASA Official: Jay Norris. ...