Mark your calendars, stargazers! April’s enchanting Pink Moon will illuminate the night sky, reaching its fullest on Tuesday, [date], at 7:49 p.m. EDT. Catch its ethereal glow from Monday through Thursday morning. For the best viewing experience, find your local moonrise times in The Old Farmer’s Almanac.
Why is April’s full moon called the Pink Moon?
Despite its name, April’s full moon doesn’t actually turn pink. The name “Pink Moon” comes from the early spring blooms of the “moss pink” wildflower, native to eastern North America.
April’s full moon also has a variety of other names reflecting the changing seasons and natural world:
- Nature-Based: Breaking Ice Moon, Moon When the Streams Are Again Navigable, Budding Moon of Plants andShrubs, Moon of the Red Grass Appearing.
- Animal-Based: Moon When the Ducks Come Back, Moon When the Geese Lay Eggs, Frog Moon, Sucker Moon
Interestingly, this full moon holds special significance in different cultures:
- Pesach or Passover Moon: Marks the beginning of the Jewish holiday of Passover.
- Hanuman Jayanti: Corresponds with this festival on the Hindu calendar.
Emphasizing Upcoming Events:
Look up, stargazers! Spring has a celestial show in store. The Eta Aquariids meteor shower will streak across the sky May 4-5. Then, prepare to be enchanted by the Flower Moon’s luminous fullness on May 23rd. If you missed April’s Lyrid meteor shower, don’t worry – there’s more magic to come!
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