The first full moon of spring, known as the Pink Moon, will be visible across Pakistan on Sunday, April 13, offering a stunning nighttime view for skywatchers.
Although it won’t actually appear pink, the moon gets its name from pink wildflowers, known as phlox, that bloom in early spring.
The full moon is set to rise in Karachi around 9:08 p.m. UTC and will remain visible throughout the night, rising in the east at sunset and setting in the west at sunrise.
The best time to view the Pink Moon will be just after sunset, when it appears larger and brighter near the horizon due to the “moon illusion”—a natural optical effect.
This particular full moon also carries religious significance, as it is known as the Paschal Moon—the first full moon after the spring equinox. Its appearance helps determine the date of Easter, which falls on April 20 this year.
The next full moon, known as the Flower Moon, will occur on May 12, 2025.
In total, there will be 12 full moons this year, including three supermoons and two total lunar eclipses—one of which will be visible in Karachi between September 7 and 8.