Pink Moon to Be Visible Today ,When Where and How to Watch
Pink Moon Visible Today – Skywatchers are going to witness a spectacular sight in the sky today. As the moon is going to shine in a dazzling pink color in the evening sky today, it will be a full moon and the viewers will be able to see this mesmerizing sight from their homes, rooftops and balconies. This is going to be the smallest full moon visible from Earth this year and is also called a ‘micro moon.’ A micromoon appears smaller in size than a normal full moon.
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When Will See The Pink Moon ?
The Pink Micro Moon will be visible in the sky after 8.22 pm on April 12. The pink moon will appear slightly brighter from 5 am tomorrow (Sunday). In India, the pink moon is visible on the day of ‘Chaitra Purnima,’ which is a major cultural and religious festival. The full moon period in India starts at 3.21 am on April 12 and ends at 5.51 am on April 13.
Where Will The Pink Moon Be Clearly Visible?
To see the pink swan, you can choose a place where there is not much light, that is, a dark place. Places such as open fields, mountains and seashores are ideal places to see this amazing sight. If you live in an urban area, then go to the roof or go to the top of a tall building where you will have a clear view of the eastern sky.
Why is it Called Pink Moon ?
Every year, during the full moon in April, the pink moon is visible in the sky. At this time, the moon is round. However, the color of the moon does not actually appear pink; it looks golden or more shiny. In fact, the Americans named it ‘pink moon,’ which reflects the color of flowers that bloom in the spring season, such as moss pink and phlox. The pink moon also plays a role in determining the date of Easter Sunday. This year, Easter falls on April 20, about a month later than last year.
Why is it Called a Micro Moon?
This pink moon, which appears in April, is about 14% smaller in size than a normal full moon. This size difference is not visible to the naked eye. Because it is farther from Earth, the pink moon is smaller in size and less bright.
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