A Rare ‘Blue Moon’ Is Coming — What It Really Means - Forbes

A 'Blue Moon' will occur on May 31, 2026, marking the second full moon within a single calendar month. Despite the name, the moon will not appear blue, but may take on an orange hue due to atmospheric light scattering at moonrise.
Why it matters
It clarifies a common astronomical misconception and provides a timeline for upcoming rare lunar events.
A Rare ‘Blue Moon’ Is Coming — What It Really Means
The article is purely informational and scientific, lacking political or social agenda.
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