The May 2025 full moon, also called the "flower moon," officially occurs on Monday, May 12, giving skywatchers who are now enjoying milder conditions a chance to see a micromoon. Micromoons look a bit smaller and dimmer than usual.

May's full moon, known as the 'Flower Moon' is set to dazzle stargazers and the astrophotography community alike when it rises on the night sky on May 12. Read on to discover where, when, and what to look for to get the most out of the yearly lunar event.

All eyes on the sky on Monday, May 12! The start of the week will be studded with the month’s full moon, AKA May’s flower moon—TikTok’s current obsession. With nearly 17 million posts on the subject (admittedly with some geared toward the 2023 movie,