Date
Wednesday, April 21, 2027
Full Moon April 2027
The Full Moon in April 2027 occurs on Wednesday, April 21, 2027 at 00:27 CEST and is in the sign of Scorpio ♏.
Full Moon April 2027 — All Details
Time
00:27 CEST
Moon Name
Pink Moon
Zodiac Sign
Scorpio ♏
Next New Moon
May 6, 2027
Full Moon April 2027: Highlights and Observation
What makes this Full Moon special
On April 20, 2027 the Moon is about 383,000 km from Earth, slightly below the mean distance of 384,400 km, so it is neither a supermoon nor a micromoon. Across the year it ranks 6th closest of 12 Full Moons in 2027; the Full Moon of March (373,000 km) was about 11,000 km closer, the one of May (394,000 km) will be about 10,000 km farther away.
Observing from London
In London the Moon rises on April 20 at 20:16 BST and sets the following morning at 05:39; the Sun sets at 20:04 and rises the next morning at 05:54. The Full Moon is therefore above the horizon all night long. Other locations in the UK differ by a few minutes.
Meteor showers and eclipses
The Lyrids peak (April 22–23) falls into the Full Moon period, 2 days from the peak: bright moonlight washes out the shower, poor conditions, only the brightest meteors remain visible.
Observing Full Moon April 2027
Best Timing
Shortly after moonrise, the full moon is close to the horizon — ideal for photos with a foreground. City skylines, trees, or bodies of water yield impressive compositions. The live view shows the exact moonrise for your location.
Photography Tip
Short exposure (1/250s–1/500s), low ISO (100–400), telephoto range. Smartphone: tap the moon manually, slide exposure control down. Use a tripod for sharpness at long focal lengths.
The Pink Moon: Name & Folklore
Pink Moon — named after the early-blooming moss phlox of North America, not the Moon’s color. It also sets the date of Easter.
Tip for April 2027
The spring full moon rises in twilight while residual light still shapes the landscape — prime time for moon-plus-foreground compositions.
Frequently Asked Questions about Full Moon April 2027
When is the Full Moon in April 2027?
Wednesday, April 21, 2027, at exactly 00:27 CEST. The exact local moonrise is shown in the live view on the homepage.
In which zodiac sign is the Full Moon of April 2027?
The Full Moon is in the sign of Scorpio ♏.
When is the next New Moon after the Full Moon of April 2027?
The next New Moon after the Full Moon in April is on May 6, 2027.
Why is the April full moon called “Pink Moon”?
Pink Moon — named after the early-blooming moss phlox of North America, not the Moon’s color. It also sets the date of Easter.
Is the Full Moon of April 2027 a supermoon?
On April 20, 2027 the Moon is about 383,000 km from Earth, slightly below the mean distance of 384,400 km, so it is neither a supermoon nor a micromoon. Across the year it ranks 6th closest of 12 Full Moons in 2027; the Full Moon of March (373,000 km) was about 11,000 km closer, the one of May (394,000 km) will be about 10,000 km farther away.
Can I see meteors around the Full Moon of April 2027?
The Lyrids peak (April 22–23) falls into the Full Moon period, 2 days from the peak: bright moonlight washes out the shower, poor conditions, only the brightest meteors remain visible.