Newsletter Issue 159 (April 2026)

Issue #159

The Sky in May

What’s up in the day and night sky in May 2026, including two Full Moons and the Eta Aquarid meteor shower.

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Can You Spot the Eta Aquarids?

The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks on May 5–6 this year, but your chances of spotting them depend on which hemisphere you’re in.

Skywatching in May 2026

There are two Full Moons in May 2026—making the second Full Moon a Blue Moon.  It will also be near its farthest point from Earth, making it a Micro Blue Moon.

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