See a Blue Moon, Bits of Halley’s Comet, and Venus: May’s Night Sky

May 2026 will be packed with night-sky sights, starting with the flower moon on May 1 and ending with a blue moon on May 30.

The Eta Aquariid meteor shower, linked to Halley’s Comet, is expected to peak on May 5-6.

A darker sky window in mid-May should improve stargazing conditions, especially for spotting faint objects and Earthshine.

On May 18, a crescent moon will appear close to Venus, offering a bright and easy-to-see pairing.

The month’s second full moon on May 30 qualifies as a blue moon, making May a standout month for skywatchers.