On the night of April 2nd to 3rd, Parisians will be able to witness a phenomenon that's as poetic as it is impressive: the famous pink moon.
A pink moon visible to the naked eye
No need for a telescope or special equipment! If the sky is clear, just look towards the horizon to enjoy this natural spectacle. This full moon will reach its peak around 2:12 AM, at which moment it will be perfectly aligned opposite the sun. It's at this precise moment that it will appear the brightest. And good news, it will be visible all over France, as long as the weather is kind!
A spectacular supermoon
This pink moon is not like the others. It’s part of what’s called a supermoon, a phenomenon that occurs when the moon is closest to the Earth. The result: it looks bigger and especially brighter than usual. A detail that won’t go unnoticed, even to the naked eye. In the Parisian sky, it will seem particularly stunning!
Why do we call it the "pink moon"? ?
Contrary to what its name suggests, the moon doesn't actually turn pink. Its color actually varies between white, golden, orange, and even slightly reddish hues. This phenomenon is due to how sunlight passes through the Earth's atmosphere before reaching the moon's surface. The term "pink moon" actually comes from a North American tradition. It refers to the blooming of wild phlox, a small pink flower that appears in early spring. This full moon symbolizes renewal and the return of beautiful days.
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Every year, this moon marks a special moment in the calendar. It signals the transition from winter to spring, a time when nature comes back to life.