An upcoming lunar event is sure to catch the attention of avid sky-watchers. In June, the Strawberry Moon will make an appearance. Known for its unique amber hues and, at certain glances, rosy glow, the Strawberry Moon is thought of as the final full moon of the spring or the first full moon of the summer. It’s the 6th of 12 full moons in 2025. In short, it’s something you won’t want to miss.
In rare moments, the Strawberry Moon can occur at the same time as the summer solstice. This was the case in 2016, when Astronaut Jeff Williams of NASA captured the “spectacular rise” of the full moon from the International Space Station.
In 2023, the Strawberry Moon shone over New York City’s Statue of Liberty landmark, resulting in striking photos taken in the early hours of the morning.
Here’s how and when you can see the celestial event in 2025:
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What exactly is the Strawberry Moon and how did it get its name?
The name Strawberry Moon comes from the fact that the month of June is when the harvesting of strawberries occurs, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac. Moons often get their name from the season, like how May’s Flower Moon references spring’s abundance of blossoms.
According to Western Washington University, the Strawberry Moon moniker was used by several Indigenous tribes.
When can you see the 2025 Strawberry Moon?
The Strawberry Moon’s peak is expected to fall on June 11 at 3:44 A.M. ET, though the best time to view the moon will be as it rises on June 10 at dusk in the Southeast of the U.S., when the moon casts a warm, amber hue across the sky.
The moon rising occurs at different times depending on location. In New York, for example, the best time to view the lunar event…
