Exactly When To See The ‘Flower Moon’ Rise Tonight

The Flower Moon peaks on May 1, 2026, and is best seen at dusk just after sunset, low in the eastern sky with a slight orange tint.

This May full moon is a micromoon, occurring near apogee, when the Moon is at its farthest point from Earth.

A rare second full moon will follow on May 30, earning the name Blue Moon.

May 2026 also brings other skywatching highlights, including the Eta Aquarid meteor shower, Venus, Halley’s Comet, and a total solar eclipse.