Flower Moon 2025: Everything You Need to Know About May’s Micromoon
Get ready to witness a celestial event! The **Flower Moon** will illuminate the night sky on May 12, 2025. This full moon, traditionally named for the blooming flowers of spring, offers a unique viewing experience as it will also be a **micromoon**. Let's dive into what makes this lunar event special and how you can best observe it.
What is a Flower Moon?
The Flower Moon gets it name from the abundance of flowers blooming in May across North America, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. Other names include Budding Moon, Leaf Budding Moon, and Planting Moon, all reflecting the time for planting seeds and awakening flora.
Why is it a Micromoon?
This Flower Moon will appear slightly smaller than usual because it's a **micromoon**, also known as an apogee full moon. This occurs when the full moon coincides with the point in its orbit farthest from Earth. Specifically, on May 12th, the moon will be 251,828 miles away, compared to the average of 238,855 miles. This makes the micromoon appear about 14% smaller and 30% dimmer.
When and Where to Watch
The Flower Moon will reach peak illumination at 12:56 p.m. EDT on May 12, 2025. While the peak is during the day, the moon will appear bright and full on the evenings of Sunday, May 11th, and Tuesday, May 13th. For the best view, find a location with an unobstructed view of the horizon. Check local moonrise and moonset times to plan your viewing and look for the moon in the east at dusk.
Astrological Significance
According to astrologer Dr. Prem Sharma, the Flower Full Moon is likely to bring capital gains, stability, wellness, and job satisfaction to each zodiac sign. While this may be more relevant to some than others, it adds another layer of intrigue to this month's lunar event. Each zodiac sign will experience the lunation in its own way.
Other Names and Cultural Significance
Beyond Flower Moon, this lunar event has various names rooted in different cultures. The Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) call it the Sucker Moon, while the Anglo-Saxons refer to it as the Milk Moon, reflecting agricultural practices of May. Other names include Mothers' Moon, Bright Moon, Hare Moon, and Grass Moon.
Next Full Moon: Strawberry Moon
Mark your calendars! The next full moon is the Strawberry Moon on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. It will be best seen rising during dusk on Tuesday, July 10 and marks the final full moon of spring in the Northern Hemisphere.
What are your plans for viewing the Flower Moon? Do you have any specific traditions associated with full moons? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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When is May's full moon?
The full flower moon u2014 the second full moon of spring in the Northern Hemisphere u2014 will light up the night sky on Monday, May 12, 2025.
What is a flower moon?
In short, it's the full moon that appears for the month of May and is meant to signify the flowers that bloom throughout the month.
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