March Full Moon 2027 (Worm Moon): Date, Meaning, Best Time to See
The Full Moon in March 2027 — also called the Worm Moon — occurs on Monday, March 22, 2027, at 10:44 GMT/UTC. In 2027, the Worm Moon comes after the March equinox (Mar 20), making it the first Full Moon of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. It also serves as the Paschal Full Moon, which helps set the date of Western Easter (Mar 28). Want to know exactly when the Moon rises where you live? Use the free astronomy app Sky Tonight.
Contents
- March Full Moon 2027: At a glance
- March 2027 Moon Dates & Times
- March Full Moon in Virgo 2027
- What is the March Full Moon called?
March Full Moon 2027 (Worm Moon): Frequently asked questions
- When is the Full Moon in March 2027?
- What is the March Full Moon called?
- What constellation is the March Full Moon in?
- How is the March Full Moon connected to Easter?
- Is there a lunar eclipse during the March 2027 Full Moon?
- When is the next Full Moon after March 2027?
- When is the next Worm Moon?
- Is the March Full Moon 2027 a Supermoon?
- March Full Moon 2027: Key takeaways
March Full Moon 2027: At a glance
- Peak Full Moon (maximum illumination): March 22, 2027 — 10:44 GMT/UTC
- Name: Worm Moon
- Where in the sky: Constellation Virgo
- Type: Paschal Full Moon (sets Western Easter date — Easter 2027 is March 28)
- Special note: The March Full Moon is the first Full Moon of astronomical spring in the Northern Hemisphere (and the first Full Moon of autumn in the Southern Hemisphere).
March 2027 Moon Dates & Times
March Moon phases 2027
Different Moon phases are good for different types of observations. The Full Moon shines the brightest, the New Moon, on the contrary, doesn’t obstruct the view of the stars, and the quarter phases are best for observing the Moon’s features through a telescope. So, here are the main Moon phases in March 2027:
- New Moon: March 8, 09:29 GMT/UTC
- First Quarter: March 15, 16:25 GMT/UTC
- Full Moon: March 22, 10:44 GMT/UTC
- Last Quarter: March 30, 00:54 GMT/UTC
Close to the Full Moon, on March 20, 2027, at 20:25 GMT/UTC, the March equinox will occur — this is the moment when day and night are nearly equal. In the Northern Hemisphere, it marks the start of astronomical spring (and in the Southern Hemisphere, the start of autumn). Learn more: March equinox — first day of spring.
Want to know the dates of all the Moon phases in March 2027? Check the interactive Moon Calendar on our website.
When is the Full Moon in March 2027?
The March Full Moon (Worm Moon) occurs on Monday, March 22, 2027, at 10:44 GMT/UTC. The Moon will look full on the nights around March 22, so you don’t need the exact time to enjoy it — but knowing the peak time might be useful for planning photo sessions.
You can see exactly how the Moon’s illumination changes from day to day using the Sky Tonight app — just open the Calendar and go to the Moon tab. Watch our video tutorial to learn how to use the Calendar in Sky Tonight.
Full Moon in March 2027: Time in popular time zones
Here’s when the March Full Moon (Worm Moon) peaks in a few popular time zones.
North & South America
- US ET: 6:44 AM on Mar 22
- US CT: 5:44 AM on Mar 22
- US MT: 4:44 AM on Mar 22
- US PT: 3:44 AM on Mar 22
- Brazil (BRT): 07:44 on Mar 22
Europe
- UK (GMT/UTC): 10:44 on Mar 22
- Central Europe (CET): 11:44 on Mar 22
Asia
- India (IST): 4:14 PM on Mar 22
- China (CST): 18:44 on Mar 22
- Japan (JST): 19:44 on Mar 22
Oceania
- Australia (AEDT): 21:44 on Mar 22
- New Zealand (NZDT): 23:44 on Mar 22
How long does the Full Moon last?
The Moon will look full for about three nights — from around March 21 through March 23, 2027. The Full Moon time mentioned above is the exact moment when the Moon reaches its maximum illumination (when the Moon and the Sun are on opposite sides of Earth). But to the naked eye, the Moon can still appear as a complete circle before and after that moment.
What time does the Full Moon rise?
On the day of the Full Moon, the Moon rises around sunset and sets around sunrise — but the exact time varies by location.
Here are example moonrise times around the March 2027 Full Moon (local time) for a few popular cities.
North & South America
- New York, USA (ET): 6:36 PM on Mar 21
- Chicago, USA (CT): 6:33 PM on Mar 21
- Denver, USA (MT): 6:46 PM on Mar 21
- Los Angeles, USA (PT): 6:41 PM on Mar 21
- Brasília, Brazil (BRT): 17:46 on Mar 21
Europe (Mar 22, 2027)
- London, UK (GMT): 18:48 on Mar 22
- Belfast, UK (GMT): 19:17 on Mar 22
- Edinburgh, UK (GMT): 19:07 on Mar 22
- Berlin, Germany (CET): 18:52 on Mar 22
- Paris, France (CET): 19:35 on Mar 22
Asia (Mar 22, 2027)
- New Delhi, India (IST): 6:37 PM on Mar 22
- Beijing, China (CST): 18:28 on Mar 22
- Tokyo, Japan (JST): 17:49 on Mar 22
Oceania (Mar 22, 2027)
- Sydney, Australia (AEDT): 18:43 on Mar 22
- Auckland, New Zealand (NZDT): 19:06 on Mar 22
Times vary by location and can differ even between nearby cities. For the exact moonrise time where you are, check the astronomical app Sky Tonight. Open the app, tap the Magnifier icon, type “Moon” in the search field, and open the result — you’ll find the rise/set times for your exact location.
March Full Moon in Virgo 2027
From the astronomical point of view, the March Full Moon in 2027 is in the constellation Virgo.
In astrology, you may see the March Full Moon labeled as a “Full Moon in Libra” because zodiac signs don’t perfectly match the modern constellation boundaries. To check what constellation the Moon is really in, open the Sky Tonight app and point your phone at the Moon.
What is the March Full Moon called?
In America and Europe, the March Full Moon is called the Worm Moon because earthworms begin to appear as the soil warms after winter. Worms also attract robins and other birds — a classic sign that spring is near.
March Full Moon names in different cultures
What about other parts of the world, besides America and Europe? Here are some examples of what the Full Moon in March is called in other cultures:
- Moon of Winds (Celts)
- Chaste Moon (Wicca)
- Goose Moon (Cree — Canada & Northern US)
- Windy Moon (Cherokee — Southeastern US)
- Crow Comes Back Moon (Northern Ojibwe — northern Ontario and Manitoba)
- Sugar Moon, Crow Moon (Ojibwe — Southern Canada & Northern Plains, USA)
- Sore Eyes Moon (Dakota, Lakota, Assiniboine — Great Plains, USA)
- Buffalo Dropping Their Calves Moon (Arapaho — Colorado & Wyoming)
- Catching Fish Moon (Algonquin — Great Lakes, USA)
Seasonal names of Full Moons in the Southern Hemisphere are often shifted by 6 months compared to the Northern Hemisphere:
- Harvest Moon, Corn Moon (Southern Hemisphere)
Worm Moon: Spiritual Meaning & Astrology
The Worm Moon is a classic “season shift” Full Moon — a symbol of thawing, renewal, and getting unstuck after winter. In spiritual (folk) interpretations, it’s a time to clear out what’s stale, simplify your routines, and make space for fresh growth — even if it starts with small, quiet steps.
In astrology, the March Worm Moon is often framed as a reset point: a moment to check what’s working, adjust your direction, and release what you’ve outgrown.
Paschal Full Moon 2027
The March 2027 Full Moon is the Paschal Full Moon, meaning it helps determine the date of Western Easter. A Paschal Full Moon is the first Full Moon after the March equinox. By the traditional rule used by Western (Roman Catholic and Protestant) churches, Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday after the Paschal Full Moon — so in 2027, Easter falls on March 28.
Vasanta Purnima and the March Full Moon 2027
In 2027, the Full Moon on March 22 coincides with Vasanta Purnima (also known as Phalguna Purnima) — the Full Moon day of the Hindu month of Phalguna. This date marks the start of Basanta Utsav (the spring festival) and Holi — the famous “Festival of colors”. In many places, the Full Moon night is also associated with Holika Dahan (a traditional bonfire), with the celebrations of Holi following soon after.
March Full Moon 2027 (Worm Moon): Frequently asked questions
When is the Full Moon in March 2027?
The March Full Moon (Worm Moon) occurs on Monday, March 22, 2027 at 10:44 GMT/UTC — 6:44 AM EDT / 5:44 AM CT / 4:44 AM MT / 3:44 AM PT in the USA, 11:44 AM CET in Europe, 9:44 PM AEDT in Australia (Sydney), and 11:44 PM NZDT in New Zealand.
What is the March Full Moon called?
The Full Moon in March is traditionally called the Worm Moon, because earthworms begin to appear as the soil warms after winter.
What constellation is the March Full Moon in?
In 2027, the March Full Moon is in the constellation Virgo. In astrology, the March Full Moon is in the zodiac sign of Libra. Learn why zodiac signs and constellations don’t always match from our dedicated article: Zodiac Constellations And Zodiac Signs: What Are They and How Many Are There?.
How is the March Full Moon connected to Easter?
The March 2027 Full Moon is the Paschal Full Moon — the first Full Moon after the March equinox. Western Easter is the first Sunday after it — on March 28, 2027.
Is there a lunar eclipse during the March 2027 Full Moon?
No — the March 22, 2027 Full Moon does not coincide with a lunar eclipse. In 2027, lunar eclipses happen in February and August (plus a very subtle lunar eclipse in July).
When is the next Full Moon after March 2027?
The next Full Moon (the Pink Moon) takes place on April 20, 2027, at 22:27 GMT/UTC. You can learn more about the Full Moon in April in our article.
When is the next Worm Moon?
The Worm Moon is a traditional name for the March Full Moon, so the next Full Worm Moon after March 22, 2027 will occur on March 11, 2028, at 01:06 GMT/UTC.
Is the March Full Moon 2027 a Supermoon?
No, the Full Moon on March 22, 2027 is not a Supermoon. According to AstroPixels, there are only two Supermoons in 2027 — in January and February. The next Full Supermoon after early 2027 occurs on January 12, 2028.
March Full Moon 2027: Key takeaways
- The March Full Moon (Worm Moon) occurs on March 22, 2027, at 10:44 GMT/UTC.
- In the sky, the Moon will be in the constellation Virgo.
- The March Full Moon comes after the March equinox (March 20, 2027), so it’s the first Full Moon of astronomical spring in the Northern Hemisphere and the first Full Moon of autumn in the Southern Hemisphere.
- This is the Paschal Full Moon, which sets the date of Western Easter (March 28, 2027).
- Use Sky Tonight to check moonrise/moonset times and learn what you can see in the sky from where you live.
We wish you clear skies and happy stargazing!
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