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when is the strawberry moon 2025

The strawberry moon in 2025 occurs in mid-June: it reaches its peak as a full moon on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 (around 3:44–3:45 a.m. Eastern Time), and will look “full” on the nights of June 10 and June 11.

Quick Scoop: Key details

  • Main date people look for: Evening of Tuesday, June 10, 2025 (best viewing at moonrise and through the night).
  • Exact full phase (peak illumination): early morning of Wednesday, June 11, 2025, around 3:44–3:45 a.m. ET.
  • Nickname: “Strawberry Moon” – traditionally linked to the strawberry harvest season in North America, not because the moon itself is pink.
  • 2025 bonus: It’s the lowest full moon in nearly two decades for the Northern Hemisphere, making it appear extra large and deep golden near the horizon.

Why 2025’s strawberry moon is special

June 2025’s strawberry moon is noted as the lowest-hanging full moon in about 18–19 years, due to a major lunar standstill cycle. When the moon tracks very low across the sky, we see it hugging the horizon for longer, which can enhance the “big golden moon” effect many people notice.

Because it’s so low, more of its light passes through Earth’s atmosphere, scattering blue light and letting more red and orange tones through, which can give it a warmer or slightly reddish appearance. That look pairs nicely with the “strawberry” name, even though the name itself comes from seasonal timing, not color.

Best time to watch in 2025

For most casual skywatchers, the experience matters more than the exact minute of peak fullness.

  • Watch the moonrise on Tuesday evening, June 10, 2025 – that’s when it will look biggest and most dramatic near the horizon.
  • It will still look impressively full late on June 10 and into the early hours of June 11.
  • Some observatories and online astronomy projects scheduled live views and streams on June 11, 2025, to showcase the event.

Mini FAQ

Is the strawberry moon only one night?
Not really – while the exact full phase is a moment, the moon appears full for about two nights (June 10–11, 2025).

Does it really turn pink or red?
It can look golden or slightly reddish near the horizon due to atmospheric effects, but it is not guaranteed to be pink; the “strawberry” name comes from the traditional strawberry harvest time.

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