full moon

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This ensures the holiday lands on the first Sunday after the first full moon occurring on or after the spring equinox.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

This alignment can only occur during a full moon phase.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

A full moon rises over Glastonbury Tor in Somerset, England.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

The first full moon of meteorological spring, also known as the Worm Moon, is set to rise in UK skies on 3 March.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

In hindsight she realized she ought to have checked the almanac for the date of the next full moon, so she might be prepared to begin the HEP, as promised.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood