Strawberry Moon (Representative Image)
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This month’s full moon, which is called the “Strawberry Moon,” will rise on the night of June 10 and reach its peak brightness early on June 11 at 2:44 a.m. ET, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac. It will also bring along with it a rare visual twist.
The name “Strawberry Moon” comes from the Algonquin tribes of North America, who used it to mark the time of year when wild strawberries were ready for harvest, as per NBC. In Europe, it has also been called the “Honey Moon” or “Mead Moon.”
The low position means that the moon will shine through more of Earth’s atmosphere, which could make it appear redder or more orange than usual. That color shift may also make the “Strawberry Moon” name feel more accurate than the usual.
The full moon will be visible all night and into the early hours of June 11. This rare view will not be visible for around two decades.
