Stargazers across the globe are to be treated to a stunning celestial spectacle this weekend as the mysterious Pink Moon will light up the sky. The sky will be illuminated with the first full moon of the month this weekend, signifying the beginning of spring season.

Full moons occur each month after completing the lunar phase cycle every 29.5 days. Disappointingly, despite having the world pink in its name, the moon won’t actually appear to be a different colour. However, it may have an orange tint or a subtle rosy glow if there’s dust in the air. Each month when a full moon occurs, it is given a name. This tradition is seen across different cultures, with native Americans naming the moons based upon each season.

The Pink Moon is named after a species of early blooming wild flower in the US, which has the colour pink in its variety.

In other cultures, this full moon is called the sprouting grass moon, the egg moon, and the fish moon.

This lunar spectacle is expected to rise over the UK at around 9:08pm on April 13 in the east-southeast of the sky. It will reach its peak at 1.22am in the UK, according to the Royal Observatory Greenwich.

This years moon is not a supermoon, but a micromoon meaning it will appear to be slightly dimmer and smaller. However, many people will not necessarily notice the change.

This is a result of the Moon being at its furthest point from Earth, opposed to a supermoon, when it's at its closest to us.

Those wishing to catch a glimpse of this wonder are advised to find a location away from bright city lights. Although you can spot the moon with the naked eye, a pair of binoculars or a telescope will help you see more details.

Galloway Forest Park and Exmoor National Park have become popular spots among stargazers in recent years.