Rare Blue Moon to Illuminate the Sky on May 31, Offering a Unique Celestial Event
A rare Blue Moon is set to appear on Sunday, May 31, marking a unique celestial event. Despite its name, the moon will not actually appear blue. The term 'Blue Moon' refers to the occurrence of a second full moon within a single calendar month, with the first being the Flower Moon. This phenomenon is uncommon, as full moons typically occur every 29.5 days. In rare instances, the moon can appear bluish due to atmospheric particles like smoke or volcanic ash scattering light. The phrase 'once in a blue moon' originates from the rarity of this event. Skywatchers are encouraged to capture and share images of the Blue Moon with local news outlets. 
