Full Moon in May
Next May Full Moon
in Scorpio, 29°12′
May Full Moon Dates, 2026–2029
Times are in your time zone, or in US Eastern Time if your time zone cannot be read. Years and months follow US Eastern Time; where your date differs, the Eastern date is in parentheses.
| Year | Date and time | Sign | Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Scorpio 11°24′ | Flower Moon | |
| 2026 | Sagittarius 9°54′ | Blue Moon | |
| 2027 | Scorpio 29°12′ | Flower Moon | |
| 2028 | Scorpio 18°42′ | Flower Moon | |
| 2029 | Sagittarius 6°48′ | Flower Moon, supermoon |
Full Moon in Scorpio
Hidden feelings come to the surface when the Full Moon rises in Scorpio, facing the Sun in Taurus. It falls between late April and late May, in mid-spring in the Northern Hemisphere, when the world above ground is blooming. This lunation turns attention to what lies beneath: desire, fear, trust and the bonds that tie us to others.
The Scorpio and Taurus axis
Ownership and sharing sit at the two ends of this axis. The Sun in Taurus stands for what is yours: comfort, possessions, steady values and the body. The Moon in Scorpio stands for what is shared and transformed: intimacy, joint resources, secrets and endings. This Full Moon asks whether your attachments sustain you or hold you captive. Possessions and people can both be held too tightly.
Traditional astrology gives Scorpio to Mars, and modern astrology adds Pluto. Under its Full Moon, intensity rises and emotions that have been kept below the surface demand attention. The Moon is in its fall here, so feelings are strong but not always comfortable.
Intense and guarded feelings
Intensity is the keynote. Emotions run deep, and many people feel more suspicious, jealous or vulnerable than usual. Old wounds may resurface, and conversations about trust, money or intimacy can become charged. At the same time, there is a powerful capacity for honesty and healing.
Be careful with the need for control. The urge to hold on tightly, test loyalty or dig for secrets can damage relationships. Privacy is a fair request; secrecy that hurts others is not. If you feel the pull to confront someone, wait until you can speak from clarity rather than fear.
Secrets that surface
Secrets and truths tend to emerge under this Full Moon. A hidden matter may be revealed, a financial arrangement may need to be faced, or a bond may reach a point where it must transform or end. These revelations can be uncomfortable, but they clear space for something more honest.
Release what you have outgrown, settle debts, have deep conversations and begin healing work. Burning a letter you never send can be enough of a release. Acting out of jealousy or revenge is the trap; let the intensity pass before deciding anything that cannot be undone.
Rituals
Write down what you are ready to release, then tear the paper up or burn it safely.
Review joint finances or debts and take one step toward settling them.
Have an honest conversation about trust with someone close to you.
Spend time in a quiet, dark space and let yourself feel what usually stays hidden.
Journal prompts
What am I afraid to lose, and why?
Where does my need for control damage my relationships?
Which truth am I ready to admit, at least to myself?
What would it take for me to trust more deeply?
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the May full moon?
The date moves from year to year. The next May full moon is shown at the top of this page, and the table lists every May full moon through 2029, all in your time zone. If the page cannot read your time zone, times appear in US Eastern Time (EST or EDT). Years and months follow US Eastern Time, so where your date differs, the Eastern date is added in parentheses. In a year with two full moons in May, both dates are listed.
What zodiac sign is the May full moon in?
A full moon happens when the Moon stands opposite the Sun, so it always falls in the sign opposite the Sun. The Sun moves into the next sign partway through every month, so a May full moon lands in one of two signs depending on the year. The sign for each year is in the table on this page.
What does the full moon mean in astrology?
The full moon is the peak of the lunar cycle. The Moon is fully lit, and astrologers read these days as a time when feelings run high, results become visible and it is easier to see what to keep and what to let go of. The sign of the full moon colors which part of life comes into focus.