Get Ready For The Strawberry Full Moon On June 11th, A Celestial Magic You’ll Never Forget
Skywatchers, get ready for the 2025 Strawberry Moon, set to rise on June 10. This marks the sixth full moon of the year and is either the last of spring or the first of summer. Known for its amber or rosy glow, the name comes from June’s strawberry harvest, as noted by the Old Farmer’s Almanac and several Indigenous traditions.
The Strawberry Moon will reach peak brightness on June 11 at 3:44 A.M. ET. In the U.S., it will be best viewed at sunset—around 8:00 p.m. in Los Angeles and 8:30 p.m. in New York. It will appear low in the sky, making this the lowest full moon since 2006 due to a rare lunar standstill.
In parts of Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific, the moon will occult Antares, a bright red star in the Scorpius constellation, on June 10 or 11.
For the best view, head to a high spot with a clear view of the eastern horizon, away from city lights. While it’s stunning with the naked eye, binoculars or a small telescope will reveal even more detail.
