The First Full Moon of May

We start out the merry month of May 2026 with a Full Moon. The Moon goes through all its phases — from New Moon to Full Moon and back — in about 29.5 days on average. Most months usually have only one Full Moon because 29.5 days fit mostly within one month. But in May 2026, the timing is just right to fit in a second one, which is what we call a Blue Moon, even though the Moon doesn’t actually look blue. This is the only Blue Moon of 2026.

This year’s Full Moons have been early – February 1, March 3, and April 1. That means that today at 1:23 PM in Paradelle (ET) and a second Full Moon will sneak in on May 31 to close out the month.

In a rare astronomical coincidence, both Full Moons in May 2026 are Micromoons. This is the opposite of a Supermoon. A Micromoon occurs when the Moon is at its farthest point from Earth (apogee) in its elliptical orbit. Because the Moon is further away, it will appear roughly 14% smaller and 30% dimmer than a Supermoon. While the difference is subtle to the naked eye, it may seem slightly less imposing as it rises over the horizon compared to other months.

This Full Moon aligns with the ancient Gaelic festival of Beltane and modern May Day, traditionally celebrating the peak of spring and the coming of summer. It also coincides with Labour Day celebrations worldwide, including International Workers’ Day.

There are many names for the May Full Moon. It is commonly called the Flower Moon, Corn Planting Moon, Grass Moon, Milk Moon, Planting Moon, and the Hare Moon.

Thursday May 23rd is the full moon in Sagittarius. It is a time of expansion, growth, and spiritual exploration. It invites us to embrace our adventurous spirit, seek out new experiences, and connect with the wisdom of the universe. By aligning with the energy of the Sagittarius Full Moon, we can open ourselves to new possibilities, deepen our understanding of ourselves and the world around us, and embark on a journey of personal and spiritual evolution.

Here's something I put together to help make use of the moon's energy:
Spellwork for the Full Moon in Sagittarius: Manifesting Adventure and Wisdom

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