The night sky is placed on a spectacular performance in this April, with the rise of the pink moon – the first full moon of the spring in the northern hemisphere. In 2025, April Pink Moon will be particularly special, as it also appears as a micromoon, making this astronomical event both beautiful and rare.
Date and time
The pink moon of April 2025 will reach its peak light on the night of April 12, 2025. In the eastern time (ET), the full moon will reach the peak at 8:22 pm, which matches the IST at 5:52 am for observers in India. However, the Moon will appear complete and bright throughout the night of April 12, which will make it ideal for moon-gazing.
Where to see
Pink micromoon will appear in most parts of the world, including:
North and South America: It appears in eastern and western parts during evening and morning hours.
Europe and Africa: It is visible after the moonlight in the evening.
Asia and Australia: It appears during the morning of 13 April.
Visibility in India
April 2025 The pink moon will clearly appear across India, allowing weather. Since the Moon will appear complete for a few nights, you will have a good window to see on April 12 and early 13 April. To see optimal:
– Head after sunset on 12 April.
– Look at the moon in the east and climb high with the progression of the night.
– If you are in rural or less mild polluted areas, you will get an even more clear, bright view.
Why is it called Micromoon
This year’s Pink Moon is classified as a micromoon – unlike a supermoon. A micromoon occurs when the Moon is on its opposite, the farthest point in its orbit from Earth. during this time:
– The moon appears small and dim in the sky – 14% smaller than a supermoon.
– It will be about 405,000 km (252,225 mi) from the Earth.
So while it may not look large or bright as a supermoon, it is still a magical vision – especially when rising above the horizon.
Origin named “Pink Moon”
Despite its name, the pink moon is not actually pink in color. The name comes from the original American and colonial traditions, where each full moon was given a name to track the weather.
The pink moon gets its name from the seasonal blooming of the wild ground, a pink flower, a pink flower that blooms in the early spring in North America. It was a symbol of renewal, fertility and rebirth of nature after winter.
Other names for the full moon of April
Various cultures and traditions have their own names for April Purnima. Some are notable here:
– Spirouting Grass Moon , Nominated for new spring vegetation.
– Egg Moon – Reflecting the time when birds start laying eggs.
– Fish Moon – A name used by some coastal tribes due to migration of fish upwards.
– Paschl Moon – First full moon after Vernal Ecinox; It plays an important role in determining the date for Easter (which comes on April 20, 2025).
April Pink Micromoon 2025 is more than just a full moon – it is a mixture of seasonal symbolism and rare astronomical mechanics. Whether you are a skywure, a nature lover, or just someone who enjoys the beautiful night sky, this phenomenon is worth stepping out. Mark your calendar for 12 April, and do not miss the chance to see this rare and bright micromoon.
(This article means only for your general information. Zee News does not pledge for its accuracy or credibility.)
