# Moon phases in May 2027 > May 2027 moon calendar in UK time: new moon 6 May, full Flower Moon on 20 May, moonrise and moonset for every day, dark-sky nights and meteor showers. URL: https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon-calendar/2027/may Updated: 2026-10-30 May 2027 has 4 principal moon phases, with the new moon on 6 May 2027 and the full Flower Moon on 20 May 2027. Below are exact UK times, a day-by-day table and the best nights for dark skies. ## Moon phases in May 2027 (UK times) Times are calculated with astronomy-engine and shown in UK clock time (GMT or BST). They are accurate to about a minute. | Phase | Date | Time | | --- | --- | --- | | New moon | 6 May 2027 | 11:59 BST | | First quarter | 13 May 2027 | 05:44 BST | | Full moon | 20 May 2027 | 11:59 BST | | Last quarter | 28 May 2027 | 14:58 BST | ## The full moon in May 2027 The Flower Moon is full on 20 May 2027 at 11:59 BST, rising over London at about 21:42. Read the story behind the name on our [full moon names](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/full-moons) pages. ## Best nights for dark skies The darkest skies this month fall around the new moon, roughly 3 May to 9 May. That is the time for meteor watching, the Milky Way and faint galaxies. In folk practice the new moon is also the traditional time to set intentions. ## Day-by-day moon calendar for May 2027 Phase and illumination at midday; moonrise and moonset for London (other UK places differ by up to about an hour; see your town in our local guides). | Date | Phase | Lit | Moonrise | Moonset | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 Sat | Waning crescent | 26% | 03:33 | 14:42 | | 2 Sun | Waning crescent | 17% | 03:45 | 15:55 | | 3 Mon | Waning crescent | 10% | 03:57 | 17:10 | | 4 Tue | Waning crescent | 5% | 04:10 | 18:29 | | 5 Wed | Waning crescent | 1% | 04:26 | 19:53 | | 6 Thu | New moon | 0% | 04:47 | 21:19 | | 7 Fri | Waxing crescent | 2% | 05:15 | 22:42 | | 8 Sat | Waxing crescent | 6% | 05:56 | 23:56 | | 9 Sun | Waxing crescent | 12% | 06:54 | 00:52 | | 10 Mon | Waxing crescent | 21% | 08:09 | – | | 11 Tue | Waxing crescent | 31% | 09:34 | 01:33 | | 12 Wed | Waxing crescent | 42% | 11:02 | 02:01 | | 13 Thu | First quarter | 54% | 12:28 | 02:22 | | 14 Fri | Waxing gibbous | 65% | 13:51 | 02:38 | | 15 Sat | Waxing gibbous | 75% | 15:12 | 02:52 | | 16 Sun | Waxing gibbous | 84% | 16:31 | 03:05 | | 17 Mon | Waxing gibbous | 91% | 17:51 | 03:19 | | 18 Tue | Waxing gibbous | 96% | 19:10 | 03:35 | | 19 Wed | Waxing gibbous | 99% | 20:28 | 03:55 | | 20 Thu | Full moon | 100% | 21:42 | 04:20 | | 21 Fri | Waning gibbous | 99% | 22:46 | 04:54 | | 22 Sat | Waning gibbous | 96% | 23:38 | 05:39 | | 23 Sun | Waning gibbous | 91% | 00:18 | 06:35 | | 24 Mon | Waning gibbous | 85% | 00:46 | 07:41 | | 25 Tue | Waning gibbous | 78% | – | 08:51 | | 26 Wed | Waning gibbous | 69% | 01:08 | 10:03 | | 27 Thu | Waning gibbous | 60% | 01:24 | 11:14 | | 28 Fri | Last quarter | 51% | 01:38 | 12:25 | | 29 Sat | Waning crescent | 41% | 01:50 | 13:36 | | 30 Sun | Waning crescent | 32% | 02:02 | 14:49 | | 31 Mon | Waning crescent | 22% | 02:15 | 16:05 | ## Closest and farthest moon - Perigee (closest): 9 May 2027, 366,621 km - Apogee (farthest): 25 May 2027, 404,790 km ## Meteor showers - Eta Aquariids: peak around 6 May, low from the UK; best in the hour before dawn. The moon is 0% lit that night. ## Festivals on the Wheel of the Year See our [Wheel of the Year guide](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/guides/wheel-of-the-year-guide) for traditions and ideas. - Beltane: 1 May ## Using the moon this month Many people keep a simple rhythm: write an intention at the new moon, check in at the first quarter, give thanks at the full moon and clear out at the last quarter. Our [moon rituals guide](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/guides/full-moon-names-and-rituals) has ideas. ## Questions **When is the full moon in May 2027?** 20 May 2027 at 11:59 BST UK time. It is traditionally called the Flower Moon. **When is the new moon in May 2027?** 6 May 2027 at 11:59 BST UK time. **What is the best night for stargazing in May 2027?** Around the new moon on 6 May, when the sky is darkest. Pick a clear night and get away from streetlights. **What should I do on the new moon on 6 May 2027?** On the new moon on 6 May 2027 (11:59 BST), tradition suggests setting intentions: write down two or three things you want to grow this cycle and keep the note somewhere you'll see it. New moons are seen as a quiet, fresh start, good for planning rather than big action. **What does the first quarter moon on 13 May 2027 mean?** The first quarter moon on 13 May 2027 (05:44 BST) is half lit and growing, which tradition reads as a time to act on the intentions set at the new moon. It is a good night to review your list, take one practical step and notice what is resisting. **What does the last quarter moon on 28 May 2027 mean?** The last quarter moon on 28 May 2027 (14:58 BST) is half lit and shrinking, which tradition reads as a time to clear out, finish tasks and let go before the next new moon. A decluttering session or a smoke-cleansing of your space are popular ways to mark it. ## Related - [← April 2027](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon-calendar/2027/april) - [June 2027 →](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon-calendar/2027/june) - [2027 moon calendar](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon-calendar/2027) - [Full moon names and dates](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/full-moons) - [Moon today](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon) --- Starseed UK describes spiritual uses as tradition and belief, never as health or medical claims. UK delivery £3.95, free over £40.