May 2025 Flower Moon: Micromoon Peaks at 12:56 PM EDT

May 2025 Flower Moon: Micromoon Peaks At 12:56 Pm Edt (IMG Source: space.com)

Hold onto your telescopes, folks! The May 2025 Flower Moon is making its grand entrance — but with a twist! This one’s a micromoon, which means it’ll be about 14% smaller and 30% dimmer than your typical full moon.

Why? Because it’s chilling at the farthest point from Earth right now, a.k.a. apogee. Sounds like a party trick the Moon pulled just to keep us on our toes, right?

Get ready to catch this celestial show on Monday, May 12, at 12:56 PM EDT. So, if you’re on the East Coast, set your alarms! For those of you on the other side of the world (New Delhi, we see you!), the moonrise will happen around 6:45 PM IST on May 12. That’s the prime time to watch as the Moon rises above the horizon in all its micromoon glory!

But here’s the catch – don’t expect it to be the big, bright, show-stopping ball of light you’re used to. This one’s more of a shy Moon, keeping a low profile as it’s farther from us. Still, it’s definitely worth a peek, especially if you’ve got binoculars to catch those craters!

Why the Flower Moon? It’s a nod to nature’s blooms in May, with roots in Native American culture. This Moon’s all about the Earth’s beauty – a reminder to stop and smell the flowers, literally.

So, mark your calendars, pack your snacks, and get ready for an epic lunar moment — but remember, it’s a micromoon, not a supermoon. But hey, it’s still the Moon.