The full moon on May 1st is in the zodiac sign ScorpioThree zodiac signs bloom during the flower moon, one must be careful!

Date and Time: When will the Flower Moon be seen in May 2026?

The May full moon will peak on Friday, May 1 at 7:23 p.mas astrologer Norbert Giesow explains on his website. Did you know? All twelve full moons in a year each have a name. In May the flower moon shines above us. But where does this – and all the other Vollond names – come from? Astrologer Phi Weber (@phi.loves.astrology) explained in a past RTL interview: “These names were traditionally chosen by our ancestors so that they reflect the typical activity that could be observed at the time.”

Why is the May full moon also called the flower moon?

The full moon in May is called the flower moon every year because many flowers in the northern hemisphere begin to bloom in May. Here in Germany it is also known as Wonnemond (Wonne = another word for joy), which is probably due to the fact that people are looking forward to the approaching summer. Or it has to do with the term “happy month of May”. That would also fit!

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This is the spiritual meaning of the May 2026 full moon in Scorpio

Full moons not only have special names, they also always rise in one of the twelve signs of the zodiac, which gives them certain energies from an astrological perspective. The full moon on May 1st is in the zodiac sign Scorpio and can bring with it an emotionally challenging and explosive time. Because According to the expert, the Scorpio full moon is “by far the most intense full moon the zodiac has to offer”. And things “that we were only too happy to push into the darkest corners of our inner being” would make themselves felt right now.

Even though the energies of the full moon can be felt by all zodiac signs, four zodiac signs particularly feel the energy of the Scorpio full moon: Scorpio-born people themselves; People belonging to the other two water signs, Cancer and Pisces; as well as those born in Taurus.

Full moon in May: These four zodiac signs feel its energy particularly strongly!

Scorpio natives:
Since the May full moon takes place in Scorpio, it's no wonder that Scorpio-born people feel its energy. The water sign is deep and hates superficiality. Scorpios also have strong intuition, they are impulsive and go their own way – come what may. Scorpios can deal with change extremely well and quickly get used to new situations. Characteristics that become more pronounced than ever during the full moon in this zodiac sign. On the one hand, this means that you can make even more use of your superpowers, but on the other hand, you should also be careful: Because not only the positive but also the negative zodiac sign characteristics are more pronounced during the full moon. And Scorpios also tend to have a tyrannical and (self-)destructive side within them – so take good care of yourself and try not to give in to every impulse right away!

Taurus-born:
While the Moon is in Scorpio, the Sun is in Taurus. Therefore, the May full moon also has a particularly strong influence on those born in Taurus. Taurus strive for security and value reliability. The Taurus-born person thinks very realistically, pragmatically and concretely. Taurus hates change and is hit very hard by losses. They love to stay in the same place and build something for themselves where they are. However, during the May full moon they can rise above themselves by taking advantage of the characteristics of Scorpio. At this time, you may find it easier to accept changes, especially in relation to your relationship and Scorpio's typical impulsiveness could also bring you unexpected experiences – if you just put your mind to it.

fish- and Cancer-born:
Like Scorpio, Pisces and Cancer-born people are also water signs, which is why these two zodiac signs also feel the Scorpio full moon particularly strongly. Both signs tend to listen to their hearts rather than their heads. They also love harmony and prefer to avoid arguments. A fact that can sometimes prevent them from making progress and overcoming conflicts. The Scorpio Full Moon can help both zodiac signs free themselves from limiting feelings. The time of the May full moon is the best time to find out what YOU really want and to grow beyond yourself: Use the time around the full moon to deal intensively with your feelings and pursue long-held dreams. With the help of the “come what may” Scorpio energy, you will now be able to let go of exactly what has been holding you back.

The following applies to everyone: With the May full moon, there will be an end to repressing feelings and thoughts! Because they are exactly what are now being washed to the surface by the full moon in the profound water sign. And even if that initially means we have to make ourselves vulnerable, we benefit from our courage in the long term.

There will be not one, but two full moons in May 2026!

Interesting: May 2026 is something very special when it comes to full moons – because there are two this month! But why? The time from full moon to full moon is approximately 29.5 days. However, since our months have up to 31 days, a difference arises. And this means, on the one hand, that there are always full moons on different dates and, on the other hand, that there are always two full moons in a month and therefore 13 instead of twelve full moons in a year.

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“If this event occurs, the second full moon in a month is called a 'Blue Moon',” explains Weber. The name goes back to the English saying “Once upon a blue moon”, which means “every jubilee year” and describes a rare event. And since two full moons in one month are rare, this additional full moon is always called the “Blue Moon.” By consistently calling the second full moon in a month “Blue Moon,” the traditional order of the remaining moon names in relation to the calendar months and seasons is not confused.

Rituals for the full moon: How to use its energy properly

Stand up significant questions:

• What really makes sense to me?

• What role do I want to play in life, what do I want to achieve and achieve?

• What am I missing in my everyday life, my work or interpersonal relationships?

And this is what you should do according to the astrologer:

• Stay cool and don't let yourself be provoked!

• Always be honest with yourself, but also reflect on what you have already achieved in the past.

• Let go of things that no longer fulfill you.

• Give yourself the gift of quiet moments, listen to yourself: “We all have a reliable compass within us that leads us directly to where we should be.”

• Allow yourself to take a clear stand – without fear of the consequences: “The truth sets you free, and the more sincere and authentic you are, the clearer your soul path will be. And: In doing so, you will attract people who are honest with you.”

And always remember: With the full moon we always gain “illuminating insights in order to move forward with strength”.

Source used: own RTL research, Applied Astrology Norbert Giesow/Full moon on May 1st, 2026