Full moon tonight: Best time to see the pink ‘micromoon’—and why it might leave you restless

The upcoming full moon, potentially affecting sleep patterns, will grace the sky on Saturday night. Named the Pink Moon, it doesn't denote color but symbolizes spring flowers. Native American cultures have various names for April's full moon, reflecting seasonal events. This year's Pink Moon is also a micromoon, appearing smaller and dimmer due to its distance from Earth. The Christian church uses full moons to determine the date of Easter, linking this Pink Moon to the Paschal Full Moon. To view the full moon best, find a dark location away from city lights. The moon will rise at 8:22 p.m. EDT, with binoculars or a telescope enhancing the view. Additionally, the Lyrid meteor shower will peak on the evenings of April 21 and 22. While scientific research on lunar effects is limited, folklore persists.