Full 'Flower Moon' 2025 blooms on May 12 — Here's where to look
A perfect time to explore the lunar maria.
www.space.comHere’s the latest on the Flower Moon (full Moon) in May 2025.
- Timing and peak illumination: The Flower Moon reached its peak on May 12, 2025, around 12:56 p.m. Eastern Time, and remained fully illuminated into the night of May 12–13, with visibility continuing through the following days. This timing is commonly cited by NASA and major astronomy outlets.[2][3][4]
- What to expect visually: May’s Full Moon is traditionally called the Flower Moon because of the abundance of spring blooms, and observers typically see a bright, fully illuminated Moon rising in the southeast after sunset, sometimes with a slight orange hue near moonrise due to atmospheric scattering.[3][2]
- Notable observations and coverage: Space-focused outlets highlighted the Flower Moon with photography from around the world, and NASA’s commentary and skywatching resources have provided viewing tips and peak times.[7][3]
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