May 2027 Full Moon: In Scorpio (Seasonal Blue Moon)

The May 2027 full moon holds a special position: it occurs in Scorpio again on May 20 and carries the title of seasonal “Blue Moon”. In this article, we discuss both this rare event and the significance of the second Scorpio full moon in succession.

May 20, 2027 Full Moon: Key Information

• Date: May 20, 2027
• Sign/degree: Scorpio 29°14′ (the last degree of the sign)
• Opposite sign (Sun): Taurus
• Note: Seasonal Blue Moon — four full moons occur in spring 2027 (March-June), making the third one a “Blue Moon”

What is a Seasonal Blue Moon?

In popular culture, “blue moon” is typically used to mean two full moons in a calendar month, but the original definition from astronomical tradition is different: while three full moons are normally expected in a season (3 months), sometimes four full moons can occur — in this case, the third full moon is called a “seasonal blue moon.” Spring 2027 is a perfect example of this situation: four full moons occur in March, April, May, and early June.

What Does the Second Full Moon in Scorpio Illuminate?

This second full moon in Scorpio, coming right after the April Scorpio full moon, carries particularly “culminating” energy as it occurs at the sign’s last degree (29°) — it can be thought of as the final, most intense iteration of a cycle closing:

• The ultimate completion of a transformation/release process that began in April
• The final decision on a deep emotional or financial matter
• A second opportunity in themes of trust and intimacy

This “extra” full moon offers a chance to complete a lingering Scorpio theme as a bonus to the overall energy of the season.

To explore the placement of Scorpio energy in your chart, you can check our houses guide.