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When is May 2026’s blue moon? Here’s why it’s a rare occurrence — and a micromoon

An event that occurs once in a blue moon is coming up on the final day of May. The second full moon of the month will be on May 31 and is known as the blue moon. It follows a dazzling flower moon that ...
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May 31 'blue moon' is also going to be a 'micromoon'—here's what it means

A rare celestial event will be taking place on May 31, 2026, as a Full Moon will grace the sky for the second time in the same month after the Flower Moon on May 1. According to NASA, this second Full ...
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What is a blue moon? Everything to know before the upcoming celestial event

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A full sturgeon supermoon, also a blue moon, sets behind Rocca Calascio Castle in Calascio ...
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In Photos: ‘Blue Moon’ Rises Around The World

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. The so-called Blue Moon rose at dusk on Saturday, May 30, ...
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A Rare ‘Blue Moon’ Is Coming — What It Really Means

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. A full Blue Moon is coming this weekend — and despite the ...