The first full moon of spring has a wealth of significance. Here's the meaning behind the April full moon and what makes it a micromoon.

April's full moon, also known as the Pink Moon, is approaching, bringing Easter along with it. When to see it.

The term "pink moon" actually comes from a plant called moss pink or creeping phlox, according to NASA. Native American tribes in the northeastern U.S. named the moon after the pink-colored plant ...

The next full moon over Mississippi rises April 12. Know when to find dark skies to watch the Lyrids meteor shower this month, when to see more planets.

Today, April 15, 2025, the moon is 17 days old and is in the Waning Gibbous phase of its lunar cycle. It is 94% illuminated. Moon phase Date First Quarter April 4 Full Moon April 12 Third/Last ...

This alignment ensures the entire side of the Moon that faces us gleams under sunlight. Thanks to the Moon’s orbit around Earth, the angle of sunlight hitting the lunar surface and being ...