Islanders, look up tonight, because Key Biscayne may just be the perfect place in all of South Florida to catch a once-in-a-rare-while celestial event.
Tonight, Saturday, May 30, into the early hours of Sunday, May 31, South Florida skies will be treated to a rare Blue Micromoon. It’s the second full moon of May, which technically earns it the “blue moon” definition, but what makes this one extra special is that it’s also the most distant full moon of the entire year.
That means it will appear slightly smaller and a touch dimmer than usual, the opposite of the supermoons we hear so much about.
With miles of east-facing open beaches, Key Biscayne, el Farito and Crandon Park offer an unobstructed view straight out over the Atlantic, one of the finest natural moonrise stages in Miami-Dade. Settle in tonight, look east, and watch the Blue Micromoon climb above the horizon. As a bonus, it will appear near Antares, the bright red star at the heart of the constellation Scorpius.
Peak fullness hits at 4:45 a.m. ET, so late Saturday evening through predawn Sunday is the sweet spot for viewing. Head to the beach or any open waterfront spot for the best unobstructed look. No telescope needed, just clear skies and a good view of the horizon.