Sky watchers, get ready for the Strawberry Moon in June 2025! It’s the sixth full moon of the year, often called the last full moon of spring or the first of summer, known for its amber and sometimes rosy glow.
The name “Strawberry Moon” comes from the June strawberry harvest, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanack. Indigenous groups and Europeans have also called it the Hatching Moon, Birth Moon, Rose Moon, or Honey Moon, reflecting seasonal changes.
In 2025, the Strawberry Moon rises on June 10 at sunset (around 8:00 p.m. in LA and 8:30 p.m. in NYC), with the peak at 3:44 A.M. ET on June 11. It will also occult the red star Antares, visible to viewers in Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific.
For the best view, find a high, dark spot with a clear eastern horizon. This moon will appear lower in the sky than usual, the lowest since 2006 due to a rare lunar standstill.
NASA recommends letting your eyes adjust for the best naked-eye experience, but binoculars or a small telescope can reveal moon details like mountain ridges and impact craters.
