11-05-2025
What Makes May's Flower Moon Extra Special
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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, Killers of the Flower Moon), the flower moon is expected to be a beautiful spectacle that star-lovers won't want to miss.
The flower moon, named after the beautiful blooms that emerge during the month of May, will reach peak illumination at 12:56 p.m. on Monday, May 12, 2025, so if you look closely, you'll be able to see it midday, not only at night. That said, according to the flower moon will look its brightest and most beautiful just after dusk. It might even appear slightly orange or yellow while emerging from the horizon, further nodding to the brilliant flowers that dot the Northern Hemisphere this time of year. (Though, according to NASA, this can happen with every full moon as it peeks over.) This occurs because, just after dusk, the moon hasn't reached its full height, so light reflected off its surface has to travel through more of Earth's atmosphere, which scatters bluer wavelengths of light, making the longer, redder ones look more prominent.
Visuals aside, May's flower moon is expected to be energetically transformative. Actress and manifestation influencer, Soma Chhaya, says that May's flower moon is 'one of the most powerful money manifestation portals of the entire year,' noting that it brings in growth and wealth. 'You will get to see every single seed that you planted finally bloom,' she says.
Other common themes surrounding the flower moon on TikTok include new beginnings and general success. These themes are reflected in all of the other common Native American names for May's full moon, including the Budding Moon, Egg Laying Moon, and Planting Moon.
The best time to witness the full flower moon will depend on where you live. You can use a moonrise calculator or a stargazing app, such as Night Sky or SkySafari, to find out. As for location, opt for an elevated space with a clear view of the eastern horizon. Happy moon-watching and manifesting!
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