According to NASA, an Old English name for the May full moon is the milk moon. In 703 AD, the English monk St. Bede the Venerable wrote that May was known as the "Three-Milkings Month," likely because cows could be milked three times a day during this fertile time of year.

The fertile energy of autumn under Taurus’ influence is perfect for nurturing projects and materializing intentions. The new moon on April 27 brings a powerful grounding opportunity, bringing together the Sun and Moon in the fixed earth sign of Taurus.

May has a flower moon and the Eta Aquariids meteor shower in store. Here's everything you need to know about both astronomical events.