Get set for a rare blue micromoon this weekend — a blue moon that's also the most distant and smallest-looking full moon of the year.

A rare blue micro moon will be visible across the UK on Sunday, 31 May 2026 – here are the best British landmarks and dark sky spots to watch it from, weather permitting.

The sky this week does something it only occasionally manages without fussing about it too much. A second full moon arrives inside the same calendar month, the sort of timing…

A second full moon in a calendar month will occur on May 31 and be best seen at moonrise on May 30. Why is the Blue Moon one of astronomy’s most misunderstood terms?

But don’t be disappointed if it’s not bright turquoise

It's called a blue moon — but this month's full moon comes with a rare twist.

Get set for a rare blue micromoon this weekend. It's when a blue moon that's also the most distant and smallest-looking full moon of the year rises.

Who needs trainspotting when there are so many different moods of the full Moon to see? And the full Moon that will grace Earth's skies on May 30 and 31 is one you will not want…

Se podrá ver la luna llena más pequeña del año, mientras que la estrella brillante Antares hará una aparición especial

A rare blue micromoon will appear in night skies this weekend. Here's what to expect.

Get set for a rare blue micromoon this weekend — a blue moon that's also the most distant and smallest-looking full moon of the year.

A rare blue moon is expected to rise on May 31, drawing attention from skywatchers, moon lovers, and astrology followers alike.

A rare Blue Micromoon will appear on May 31, 2026, giving skywatchers a chance to witness one of the years most unusual lunar events. A Blue Moon refers to the second full moon…

North America’s celestial highlights for the weekend ahead, which also apply to mid-northern latitudes in the northern hemisphere. This weekend sees a rare Blue Moon.

On May 31, skywatchers will witness a rare blue micromoon as both a blue moon and micromoon arrive together in one unusual celestial spectacle.

A Blue micromoon will peak on Sunday, with favourable weather offering a great chance to see the celestial coincidence

It will appear slightly smaller and dimmer than usual and will pass near a bright red star, briefly blocking it in some regions

Stargazers will be treated to a rare lunar event if they look to the skies this weekend. Experts say a 'blue micromoon' will appear on Saturday evening.

The celestial event isn't expected to occur again for more than 25 years.

Prepare for a spectacular sight, as the second full moon of May meets the red star Antares this weekend.

El evento alcanzará su punto máximo el domingo 31 de mayo.