Flower moon rising time

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Flower moon rising time

The Flower Moon will rise on Friday, May 1, 2026, and will be classified as a micromoon. This event is significant because it coincides with a Blue Moon later in the month, creating a rare double lunar spectacle.

The Flower Moon will be most visible from around 6.23 p.m. on May 1, 2026. Observers in London can expect the moonrise at 8:46 p.m. BST, allowing for prime skywatching opportunities as dusk approaches.

This full moon reaches peak illumination at 1:24 p.m. EDT on the same day. However, it will appear slightly smaller than usual due to its classification as a micromoon—meaning it will be at apogee, the farthest point from Earth in its orbit.

The next full moon after the Flower Moon will be the Blue Moon on May 31, which peaks at 9:45 a.m.. The occurrence of both moons within the same month is uncommon; typically, there are 12 full moons each year, but in 2026, there will be 13.

Key viewing times:

  • The Flower Moon rises around 8:46 p.m. BST.
  • Peak illumination occurs at 1:24 p.m. EDT.
  • The Blue Moon follows on May 31, peaking at 9:45 a.m..