In May 2025, Southwest Florida stargazers can look forward to a Planetary Parade, with five planets—Mars, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, and Mercury—potentially visible with the naked eye, and a full moon on May 12, which is also called the “Flower Moon.”
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
• May 12: There will be a full moon, also known as the Flower Moon.
• May 26: There will be a new moon, which will create the darkest sky of the month, perfect for stargazing.
• Other Celestial Events:
While not specifically mentioned for May, the Lyrid meteor shower, which peaked in April, is still visible during May, as are many other meteor showers throughout the year.
