Skywatchers are in for a real treat this weekend, when the "Wolf Moon" is expected to make its annual appearance.

Starting Saturday evening at 8:46 p.m. EST, the moon , according to EarthSky. In the Northern Hemisphere, the moon will take a high path across the sky, allowing for plenty of time to view if weather conditions allow.

"The January 2016 full moon counts the second full moon after the December solstice," wrote EarthSky. "In North America, we often (refer to) this full moon the Wolf Moon, Snow Moon or Hunger Moon."

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This full moon could have impacts along the East Coast over the weekend, as the odds of a major winter storm . The Wolf Moon will drive up tidal levels, which , NJ.com said.

Because of that storm system, millions along the East Coast probably won't be able to see the peak of this year's Wolf Moon, said weather.com meteorologist . On Saturday night, prime viewing areas will be in the South and Great Lakes region, while on Sunday, cloud cover is expected to be lightest along the East Coast and in the Southwest.

Cloud Cover Forecast Saturday

According to MoonConnection.com, the Wolf Moon got its name because of the time of year in which it occurs, when " and the howling of wolves can be heard echoing in the cold still air."

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Moonrise over Franklin Mountains in Northeast El Paso, Texas on Jan. 4, 2015. (gerrychristopher)