Date
Thursday, May 20, 2027
Full Moon May 2027
The Full Moon in May 2027 occurs on Thursday, May 20, 2027 at 12:59 CEST and is in the sign of Scorpio ♏.
Full Moon May 2027 — All Details
Time
12:59 CEST
Moon Name
Flower Moon
Zodiac Sign
Scorpio ♏
Next New Moon
June 4, 2027
Full Moon May 2027: Highlights and Observation
What makes this Full Moon special
On May 20, 2027 the Moon is about 394,000 km from Earth, slightly above the mean distance of 384,400 km, so it is neither a supermoon nor a micromoon. Across the year it ranks 8th closest of 12 Full Moons in 2027; the Full Moon of April (383,000 km) was about 10,000 km closer, the one of June (402,000 km) will be about 8,000 km farther away.
Observing from London
In London the Moon rises on May 20 at 21:49 BST and sets the following morning at 05:02; the Sun sets at 20:52 and rises the next morning at 05:01. The Full Moon is therefore above the horizon all night long. Other locations in the UK differ by a few minutes.
Observing Full Moon May 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 Flower Moon: Name & Folklore
Flower Moon: the May full moon falls at the height of spring bloom. European folklore calls it the Milk Moon.
Tip for May 2027
Mild May evenings favor moonrise shots over blooming landscapes; the low moon looks extra large thanks to the horizon illusion.
Frequently Asked Questions about Full Moon May 2027
When is the Full Moon in May 2027?
Thursday, May 20, 2027, at exactly 12:59 CEST. The exact local moonrise is shown in the live view on the homepage.
In which zodiac sign is the Full Moon of May 2027?
The Full Moon is in the sign of Scorpio ♏.
When is the next New Moon after the Full Moon of May 2027?
The next New Moon after the Full Moon in May is on June 4, 2027.
Why is the May full moon called “Flower Moon”?
Flower Moon: the May full moon falls at the height of spring bloom. European folklore calls it the Milk Moon.
Is the Full Moon of May 2027 a supermoon?
On May 20, 2027 the Moon is about 394,000 km from Earth, slightly above the mean distance of 384,400 km, so it is neither a supermoon nor a micromoon. Across the year it ranks 8th closest of 12 Full Moons in 2027; the Full Moon of April (383,000 km) was about 10,000 km closer, the one of June (402,000 km) will be about 8,000 km farther away.