With springtime weather in full effect, it’s no surprise that the full flower moon will illuminate the sky May 12.

Step up and shout out, folks, the Full Flower Moon in Scorpio is upon us. The full Flower Moon rises and shines on May 12, 2025 at 12:56 PM EST at 22 degrees of Scorpio, the sign of death and

The Algonquin tribes of what is now the northeastern United States called May's full moon "the flower moon due to the abundant flowers that bloom this time of year," according to the Almanac. Other nicknames for the full moon include the "corn moon" or "corn planting moon."

Referred to as the Flower Moon, this full moon will reach its peak on May 12 at 9:55 a.m. PT. However, its luminous presence will be visible in the night sky from as early as May 9 and will begin to diminish gradually after May 16.