Pink Moon: When to watch first full moon of spring

Indians can witness the pink moon, the first full moon of spring on Saturday, April 12 and the intervening night of April 13. People can witness it between 3:21 am and 5:51 am on April 13. The phenomenon can be observed from houses, balconies or rooftops without the need for a telescope.

The full moon barely appears pink but derives the name from the pink phlox flowers that blossom in several parts of North America, marking the beginning of spring.

The first full moon in April will rise into the eastern sky at dusk. Other names for this full moon include the Sprouting Grass Moon, Egg Moon and Fish Moon.


Details on the lunar surface can be seen with a telescope or binoculars.

Star gazers and enthusiasts can also keep an eye out for "Spica," the brightest star in the Virgo constellation, which will be with the Pink Moon all night long.

Observers across Central and South America, along with parts of southern Africa, can witness the full moon covering the Spica in a phenomenon known as occultation.

According to the Old Farmer's Almanac, the "Pink Moon" in April represents the "return of life and the resurgence of nature after winter's dormancy." It is also the smallest moon of the year and is referred to as "micromoon."

Moreover, April's Pink Moon is also called the "Paschal Full Moon", since it determines the date of Easter. In 2025, Easter will fall on April 20, the first Sunday following the full moon.