First Alert Weather in detail: Moon with a view

ROCHESTER, NY — Throughout history, many stories and poems have been written about the beauty of our full moon. and

If you’re like News10NBC’s Glenn Johnson, it’s worth taking a few minutes to enjoy. Fortunately, the weather is better this time of year and therefore Rochester residents have better opportunities to enjoy the celestial body.

The exact illumination of the moon is indicated by the phase, which can include the first quarter, half moon, third quarter, or a new moon. It really depends on the exact time we reach each phase during the month. Each full moon in a given month is known to have a specific name.

In the month of May, the full moon is the “Flower Moon,” which signals the blooming season of spring. But did you know it has other names? This month’s moon could also be called the Planting Moon or the Egg-Laying Moon. It is believed that these names were a way for ancient cultures, such as Native Americans, to keep track of the seasons.

For a good view, plan for the moon to rise over the southeastern horizon at 9:17 p.m. and set at 5:53 a.m. It should be a magnificent sight!