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

In Australia, May will be rounded out gracefully with a Blue Moon gracing the night skies. Prepare yourself for a rare celestial event.

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