June's Strawberry Moon: A Rare Celestial Event

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## Background The Strawberry Moon gets its name from the Algonquin tribes, marking the time of year when strawberries are harvested. In Europe, it's sometimes called the 'Rose Moon.' This year's Strawberry Moon is particularly special because it coincides with a major lunar standstill.

## Lunar Standstill A lunar standstill is when the moon's orbit, influenced by the sun's gravitational pull, reaches its northernmost or southernmost point, making it appear to stop changing direction. This year's standstill contributes to the moon's lower position in the sky, making it the lowest full moon in decades. The last major standstill occurred in 2006, and the next won't be until 2043. The Strawberry Moon will reach its fullest at 3:44 a.m. ET on Wednesday, June 11, but will appear full for approximately three days, from June 10 through the morning of June 12.

## Visibility For those in the Northern Hemisphere, the Strawberry Moon will appear low in the east after sunset on June 10 and low in the west opposite the sunrise on June 11. Coastal areas may experience cloud cover and fog, but there will be another chance to see it on Wednesday night. In the Southern Hemisphere, the full moon will reach its highest point.

## Additional Celestial Events Besides the Strawberry Moon, June offers other opportunities for stargazing:

• **Milky Way:** The core of the Milky Way will be visible from June to August. Look for a faint, hazy band arcing toward the south, best seen away from city lights.
• **Planets:** Mars, Jupiter, and Mercury will appear low in the west after sunset. Venus will be visible in the eastern sky for about two hours before sunrise. The crescent moon and Venus will appear close together on June 22.

## Upcoming Full Moons and Eclipses * July 10: Buck Moon * August 9: Sturgeon Moon * September 7: Corn Moon (Total Lunar Eclipse) * October 6: Harvest Moon (Supermoon) * November 5: Beaver Moon (Supermoon) * December 4: Cold Moon (Supermoon)

A total lunar eclipse will occur on September 7 and 8, visible from Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, parts of eastern South America, Alaska, and Antarctica. A partial solar eclipse will occur on September 21, visible from remote areas of Australia, Antarctica, and the Pacific Ocean.

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• The June 2025 Strawberry Moon is a rare and beautiful event. Its low position in the sky, combined with other celestial events like the visibility of the Milky Way and multiple planets, makes it a prime time for stargazing. Don't miss the chance to see this unique full moon, as it won't be this low again until 2043. Take advantage of clear skies to observe and capture the beauty of the night sky.

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