Don’t Miss June’s Strawberry Moon – The Lowest Full Moon in Nearly Two Decades
Hey everyone, I just had to jump in and talk about something absolutely magical happening in the sky this week—June’s full moon, famously called the Strawberry Moon . This isn’t just any full moon—it’s the lowest-hanging full moon we’ve seen since 2006, and honestly, it’s a cosmic event you don’t want to miss.
Now, before you get too excited about strawberries floating in the sky, let me clear that up. The name “Strawberry Moon” doesn’t come from its color, but rather from a centuries-old tradition. Native American and European cultures named this June full moon after the time of year when wild strawberries would ripen. It’s basically nature’s calendar letting us know summer is rolling in.
Also Read:- Nintendo Switch 2: A Promising Upgrade, But You Can Afford to Wait
- Why Trump's Attack on Columbia’s Accreditation Is a Big Deal for Every College
The moon officially turns full in the early hours of Wednesday, June 11, at 3:45 a.m. EDT , but the best time to catch it isn’t when it’s highest in the sky—nope. You’ll get the most breathtaking view during moonrise on the evening of Tuesday, June 10 . That’s when the moon appears on the eastern horizon just after sunset, glowing large and golden against the fading colors of dusk. It’s a beautiful moment of stillness and wonder.
What makes this moon even more unique is something called a "major lunar standstill." This is a rare lunar event that happens only once every 18.6 years, where the moon’s path across the sky reaches its most extreme angle. That’s why this Strawberry Moon will rise unusually far to the southeast and hang lower in the southern sky than any other full moon this year. It won’t climb very high at all, and depending on where you are, it might appear to hover just above the horizon all night long. You might even catch a reddish hue, thanks to the thicker layer of atmosphere the moonlight passes through when it’s that low.
If you want the best seat in the house, try to find a clear view of the eastern horizon—maybe a hillside, a rooftop, or even a beach. Anywhere without buildings or trees blocking your view will do. And definitely check your local moonrise time so you don’t miss that magical moment. For example, in New York, moonrise is at 8:27 p.m. EDT , just a minute after sunset. Pretty convenient, right?
This isn’t just the final full moon of spring—it’s the sixth of the twelve full moons we’ll see in 2025. And get this: next month’s full moon, the Buck Moon , will be the first full moon of the summer season. So the Strawberry Moon is kind of a farewell to spring, and a gentle reminder that the days are long, the nights are warm, and the sky always has something incredible to show us.
So if you’ve got a few minutes this Tuesday evening, step outside, look to the east, and enjoy a view that hasn’t looked quite like this in almost twenty years. Trust me—it’s worth it.
Read More:
0 Comments