Ever heard of a strawberry moon and wondered if the moon actually turns pink? You must have heard many names, such as 'beaver moon', 'wolf moon', 'blue moon' and more. But no, the moon doesn’t turn pink or look like a strawberry. The name comes from Native American tribes who linked this June full moon with the ripening of wild strawberries.
The June Strawberry Moon is a particularly special event this year, marking the lowest full moon in almost two decades. This rare phenomenon is due to a "major lunar standstill", and astronomers say it won't happen again until 2043.
This full moon of June is the last of the spring season and the maiden one for summer. Stargazers in the Northern Hemisphere will be able to see the full moon resting low in the southern sky. This means it will appear much larger than normal.
In this article, we’ll tell you when and where to watch the Strawberry Moon in 2025. We’ll also cover the date, time, and whether it will be visible from India and the US.
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Strawberry Moon 2025 Date and Time: Will It Be Visible from India and the US?
In India, the strawberry moon 2025 will reach its fullest on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 5:30 AM IST. Avid stargazers can watch
However, the best time to view it in India will be on the evening of Tuesday, June 10, 2025, just after sunset, between 7:15 PM and 8:00 PM IST. This is when the moon will be rising in the southeastern sky, appearing large, low, and often with a golden-orange hue due to atmospheric filtering.
If you are residing in the US, the Strawberry Moon in 2025 will reach its peak illumination on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 3:44 AM EDT.
However, for the best viewing experience from the US, you'll want to look for it on the evening of Tuesday, June 10, 2025, just after sunset. This is when the moon will be rising in the southeastern sky, appearing larger and with a beautiful golden-orange hue.
Here's a general guide for viewing in the US:
- Date: Evening of Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
- Time: Shortly after local sunset. The moon will appear full and bright for several days, from Tuesday evening through Friday morning, June 12.
- For example, in New York, the best viewing time might be around 8:30 PM EDT.
- In Los Angeles, it might be closer to 8:00 PM PDT.
June Full Moon 2025: What are the Other Names for Strawberry Moon?
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The other names for the June full moon are Blooming Moon, Green Corn Moon, Hoer Moon, Birth Moon, Egg Laying Moon and Hatching Moon, among others.
This year's Strawberry Moon is particularly special, as it's the lowest full moon in nearly 20 years, due to a rare celestial event called a "major lunar standstill". This phenomenon, which happens only once every 18.6 years, makes the moon appear larger and more golden as it hugs the horizon. It will be the lowest full moon you'll see until 2043.
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