Overview
- The April full moon, which peaked around 04:12 MESZ on Thursday, will look most striking shortly after it rises this evening.
- Moonrise times in Germany include Munich at 20:33, Berlin at 20:35, Frankfurt at 20:49, Hamburg at 20:52, and Cologne at 20:58, according to timeanddate.de.
- Any pink, orange, or yellow tint comes from Earth’s atmosphere scattering light when the moon sits low on the horizon.
- Known locally as the Ostermond, this full moon sets the date of Easter, which falls on Sunday, April 5, 2026.
- The April full moon also goes by Grasmond, Eimond, and Fischmond, reflecting spring growth that many gardeners use as a cue for planting and lawn care.