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How to see June’s full strawberry moon
CNN • • general
Key Points:
- The strawberry moon, marking the first full moon of summer, will be visible on Monday, June 24, shortly after the June 21 summer solstice, with peak illumination at 7:57 p.m. ET.
- In the Northern Hemisphere, the moon will follow its lowest full moon trajectory of the year, while in the Southern Hemisphere, it will trace the highest arc.
- This full moon occurs just after apogee, the moon's farthest point from Earth, making it a micromoon and the second smallest full moon of 2026, though the size difference is barely noticeable to the naked eye.
- The moon's name originates from Native American Algonquin tribes, linked to berry harvesting season, and its apparent color can vary due to atmospheric conditions, especially in polluted areas.
- The strawberry moon coincides with renewed interest in lunar exploration following the Artemis II mission, encouraging sky-gazers to connect with the moon ahead of upcoming Artemis missions and potential moon landings.
