Strawberry Full Moon 2025: Everything You Need to Know About the June Full Moon

 Strawberry Full Moon 2025

Discover all about the June 2025 full moon called the Strawberry Moon including its date, best viewing tips, meaning, and celestial events. Learn how to watch it, why it matters, and what makes this moon special.

📅 When is the June 2025 Full Moon?

The full moon in June 2025 also known as the Strawberry Moon will occur on Wednesday, June 11, at 07:44 UTC. In India, this means early morning viewing around 1:15 PM IST, which may not be visible in daylight. So, the best time to observe it will be on the night of June 10 when the moon begins to rise just after sunset.

🍓 Why is it Called the “Strawberry Moon”?

The term “Strawberry Moon” doesn’t mean the moon will turn red or pink. It comes from Native American and colonial traditions, particularly from the Algonquin tribe, who named it to mark the short strawberry harvesting season in North America.

In Europe, it’s also called the Honey Moon, because June was historically a popular month for weddings, and newlyweds drank fermented honey (mead) after their ceremonies hence the term “honeymoon”.

📍 Best Time and Places to Watch

The best way to enjoy the Strawberry Moon is to step outside on the evening of June 10, shortly after sunset. Here are simple tips:

• Look East: The moon will rise in the eastern sky. An open view of the horizon is ideal.
  
  
• Golden Hour Effect: When the moon is low on the horizon, it appears larger and more orange due to atmospheric scattering a visual illusion that makes it extra stunning.
  
  
• Use Binoculars: If you have a pair, you’ll see the moon’s surface clearly and might even spot the nearby star Antares.

🔭 What Makes the 2025 Strawberry Moon Unique?

This year’s June moon is extra special because it will be the lowest full moon of the year in the sky, especially for viewers in the Northern Hemisphere.

Why is it so low?

It’s due to the moon’s path during this time of year. In June, the sun is at its highest point, so the moon being opposite the sun is at its lowest arc. This leads to a rare moon illusion where it looks larger and more golden than usual.

🌌 Look for Antares — The Heart of the Scorpion

During the full moon on June 10 and 11, a bright red star called Antares the heart of the Scorpius constellation will appear close to the moon in the night sky.

This pairing is beautiful and easy to see with the naked eye. Antares is known for its fiery orange-red color and adds extra sparkle to this full moon night.

🔮 Astrological Meaning of the June Full Moon

Astrologically, this full moon rises in the sign of Sagittarius the sign of adventure, truth, and freedom. Full moons often bring closure or clarity, so you may feel motivated to explore new things, learn, or release old patterns.

People often say that Sagittarius full moons bring big thoughts and bold energy. It’s a great time for journaling, meditating, or planning a trip.

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