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space24 days ago•73 min saved

Worldwide Flower Moon Illuminates Landmarks in Awe-Inspiring Moonrise Photos

Space.com highlights May’s Flower Moon with a global gallery of moonrise photos over iconic sites and landscapes, from New York’s skyline to the Statue of Liberty, Istanbul’s Beyazit Tower, and more, as photographers capture the lunar glow behind landmarks. The piece also notes that May 2026 features two full moons, including a rare Blue Moon on May 31, and invites readers to share their own lunar shots and tips for photographing the Moon.

via Space|

#astronomy #flower-moon #moon

science24 days ago•2 min saved

May’s Flower Moon: A Faraway Micromoon Lights Up Stargazing Night

May’s full flower moon is a micromoon, meaning the Moon is at apogee and roughly 249,180 miles from Earth. Peak brightness occurs at 1:23 p.m. ET, so most observers won’t see it at its brightest, but clear skies Friday night will still offer good stargazing. It’s the first of two full moons in May, with the next being a blue moon on May 31.

via LiveNOW from FOX|

#apogee #blue-moon #flower-moon

space25 days ago•71 min saved

Flower Moon on May 1: a micromoon glow with a Blue Moon finale

May’s Flower Moon will be fully illuminated at 1:23 p.m. EDT on May 1 as it sits near apogee, appearing smaller as a micromoon about 29.72 arcminutes across; a rare Blue Moon follows later in May on the 31st, meaning two full moons in one calendar month. As night falls, look for Venus at sunset with Jupiter above it, and Spica and Arcturus higher in the sky, while Rayleigh scattering may give the Moon a yellow-orange hue as it climbs and sets.

via Space|

#blue-moon #flower-moon #lunar-phase

science1 month ago•45 min saved

Flower Moon to Illuminate May Nights, with a Blue Moon at Month’s End

May’s first full Moon, the Flower Moon, peaks May 1 at 1:23 p.m. ET and is named for spring blooms (also called Frog Moon or Milk Moon). A second full Moon in May on May 31 creates a blue Moon, which may appear smaller (a micromoon) if it’s farther from Earth. Clear skies will give the best view, but weather can affect visibility.

via Yahoo|

#astronomy #blue-moon #flower-moon

science1 month ago•13 min saved

Flower Moon 2026: May’s first full moon and the blue moon explained

May’s first full moon, the Flower Moon, peaks on May 1, 2026 at 1:23 p.m. ET and will be visible around the world depending on local weather; the name comes from the spring bloom season and has other historic names like Frog Moon and Milk Moon. Later in May, a second full moon—the blue moon—will occur on May 31, though it will appear smaller (a micromoon) because it’s farther from Earth. The piece also lists all 2026 full moons and notes the cultural and astronomical context behind these Moon-name traditions.

via USA Today|

#astronomy #blue-moon #flower-moon

science-and-space2 years ago•2 min saved

"Catch May's Full Flower Moon Tonight Near a Red Supergiant Star"

The Flower Moon will rise near the red supergiant star Antares on Thursday night, peaking 50 minutes after sunset. Antares, located 600 light-years away, is nearing the end of its life and will eventually explode as a supernova. The moon will appear full at 9:35am and be visible in the east by 8:35pm ET. This celestial event coincides with the blooming of flowers in May and has historical significance for the Osage Nation.

via Daily Mail|

#antares #astronomy #celestial-event

astronomy3 years ago•5 min saved

"May 2023: A Month of Celestial Wonders"

The full "Flower Moon" rose in the sky this weekend, captivating skywatchers around the world. Some parts of the globe saw a penumbral eclipse of the Moon, resulting in a slight dimming of the northern part of the Moon's disk. The eclipse was the deepest of its kind until 2042. The next eclipse of the Moon will occur on May 5/6, 2023, when the edge of the Moon will dip into Earth's umbra to cause a slight partial lunar eclipse. The next total lunar eclipse won't occur until March 13/14, 2025. The next full Moon will be the "Strawberry Moon," which will rise on June 4, 2023.

via Forbes|

#astronomy #flower-moon #lunar-eclipse

skywatching3 years ago•3 min saved

May 2023: Witness the Eerie Beauty of the Flower Moon Lunar Eclipse.

Skywatchers in the Eastern Hemisphere and Antarctica witnessed the first lunar eclipse of 2023, a penumbral lunar eclipse of the full Flower Moon on May 5, 2023. While not as dramatic as a total or partial lunar eclipse, it offered skywatchers the chance to visualize the astronomical alignment of the sun, Earth, and the moon in real time. Photographers throughout Asia and the Middle East captured eerie photographs of the eclipse, which appeared as a dark 'smudge' or 'stain' on the outer portion of the moon.

via Space.com|

#flower-moon #lunar-eclipse #penumbra

science3 years ago•2 min saved

Rare Lunar Eclipse Turns Full Flower Moon Red

Billions of people across five continents are preparing to witness a rare lunar eclipse, also known as a deep penumbral eclipse or a mil moon, which will occur on Friday when the Earth's shadow is cast on the full Flower Moon. Unfortunately, people in the UK may not be able to see it due to the timing. The May moon marks a time of increasing fertility when temperatures are warm enough for plants to bloom while signalling an end to late frosts.

via The Mirror|

#astronomy #earths-shadow #flower-moon

skywatching3 years ago•3 min saved

Don't Miss the Flower Moon Lunar Eclipse Livestream and Other Space Events This Weekend

A penumbral lunar eclipse will occur on May 5, coinciding with the full Flower Moon. The eclipse will be visible from Australia, Antarctica, Eastern Africa, Oceania, and Asia. The Virtual Telescope Project will host a free livestream of the event, which will begin at 2:45 p.m. EDT (1845 GMT) on May 5. The eclipse will not be as dramatic as a total eclipse, but skywatchers should see a dark gray or brownish shadow across a portion of the face of the moon, covering up to 94.6% of the moon at the eclipse's peak.

via Space.com|

#flower-moon #livestream #lunar-eclipse

astronomy3 years ago•2 min saved

"Upcoming Lunar Eclipse: Where to Watch and What to Expect"

Stargazers in Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, and parts of Antarctica will have a chance to see a deep penumbral lunar eclipse on May 7, along with the "Flower Moon." The eclipse will not be visible in the Americas, but can be watched via livestream. The Eta Aquarids meteor shower will also peak overnight between May 5-6.

via MassLive.com|

#astronomy #eta-aquarids #flower-moon

astronomy3 years ago•2 min saved

"Mark Your Calendars: When and How to See the Flower Moon and Eclipses in May"

This weekend, the full 'Flower Moon' will be visible all over the world, and parts of the world will be able to view a penumbral lunar eclipse, where the moon drifts into Earth's lighter, outer shadow. The eclipse will take place between 15:14 UTC and 19:31 UTC on May 5, with maximum eclipse at 17:22 UTC. The event will take a total of 4 hours and 18 minutes. The next total lunar eclipse won't happen until March 13 to March 14, 2025.

via Livescience.com|

#astronomy #earths-shadow #flower-moon

astronomy3 years ago•2 min saved

May's Celestial Spectacles: Flower Moon, Meteor Shower, Double Star, and Jupiter's Return.

The May full moon, also known as the Flower Moon, will be visible on May 4 and 5, and will be accompanied by the Eta Aquarids meteor shower. Stargazers may also be able to spot the "surprise" double star Zubenelgenubi near the constellation Libra. The full moon's light may diminish the chances of seeing many meteors during the shower's peak, but heightened activity can stretch for several days, providing opportunities to spot meteors leading up to and after the full moon.

via MLive.com|

#astronomy #eta-aquarids #flower-moon

astronomy3 years ago•3 min saved

May's Sky Show: Flower Moon, Lunar Eclipse, Meteor Shower, and More!

This Friday, a penumbral lunar eclipse will accompany the Flower Moon, and the peak of the Eta Aquarid meteor shower. However, the Bay Area won't be able to view the eclipse, and the full moon will make it difficult to view the meteor shower. Only the brightest meteors will be visible, with viewers expecting to see only about a dozen per hour. Stargazers are advised to find a dark sky location and look away from the moon to catch a few meteors.

via San Francisco Chronicle|

#astronomy #bay-area #eta-aquarid-meteor-shower

astronomy3 years ago•3 min saved

May's Night Sky: Flower Moon, Meteor Shower, and More!

This week, the full "Flower Moon" will rise and be visible on May 5th, along with a slight lunar eclipse visible in parts of the world. The Eta-Aquarid meteor shower will also occur on May 5th and 6th, but will be dampened by the bright full Moon. Stargazers can also try to spot the Corona Borealis constellation, located between the Bootes and Hercules constellations.

via Forbes|

#astronomy #corona-borealis #eta-aquarid-meteor-shower