Why tomorrow's Pink Moon event may not be what you expect

Aussies are being urged to look up this week, with April's full moon – known as the Pink Moon – set to peak tomorrow.

The lunar event will reach its fullest point at 1.11pm (AEDT) on April 2, meaning it will technically be visible during daylight hours, depending on cloud cover.

But the spectacle comes with a caveat.

The Pink Moon won't actually appear pink, despite its name.

Instead, the moon will appear in its usual silvery tone, though dust or pollution can sometimes give it a faint rosy tint near the horizon.

The title Pink Moon comes from seasonal wildflowers that bloom in early spring across the Northern Hemisphere, rather than the moon's colour.

While the exact peak falls in the middle of the day, the moon is expected to appear brightest later that evening.

In NSW, Victoria, ACT, and Tasmania, the moon will rise at 11.11pm AEDT, with the best viewing starting from 7.30pm AEDT.

For precise moonrise and moonset times in your state, visit TimeAndDate.com.

The April full moon is also known as the Paschal Moon, which determines the timing of Easter in many Christian calendars.

The Pink Moon is the fourth of 13 full moons lighting up the sky in 2026.

It follows last month's total lunar eclipse – often referred to as a "blood moon" – which drew attention across Australia as the moon took on a deep red hue during the rare celestial event.

For the best chance of viewing the Pink Moon, clear skies and low light pollution will offer the clearest conditions, with darker areas outside the city providing the best views.

The next full moon, known as the Flower Moon, is set to rise on May 1.

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Why tomorrow’s Pink Moon event may not be what you expect