11-06-2025
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- Powys County Times
How and where to see June's full moon Strawberry Moon in UK
A rarity of a full moon that is rising unusually low in the UK skies for the first time in 18 years will be visible today (June 11).
June's Strawberry Moon is already intriguing stargazers across the UK since rising last night (June 10).
But fear not if you didn't manage to catch a glimpse of it then, as it will still be in full bloom tonight.
The 'Strawberry' Full Moon has risen! Glorious colour in the hazy and dusky sky. It's staying very low till it sets again in 6 hours. @StormHour @ThePhotoHour @MoonHourSocial #MoonHour #StrawberryMoon #FullMoon
— Peter Lewis (@PeterLewis55) June 10, 2025
What time to see Strawberry Moon in the UK
You may even be able to spot the Strawberry Moon on your way to work this morning (June 11) as experts say it should be visible around 8.44am BST.
However, tonight will be your last chance to catch it at its peak at around 10.48pm.
Why is this Strawberry Moon special?
It's the first time since 2006 that this full moon will appear unusually low in the southern sky.
Experts believe that the Strawberry Moon, also known as the 'Rose Moon' and 'Hot Moon', won't appear this low again until 2043.
The stunning full Strawberry Moon seen rising in Eastchurch, Kent, UK this eve. #StrawberryMoon #kent #uk Pics @Alamy_Editorial @TimesPictures @TelegraphPics @guardianphotos @Metropixdesk @Mailonlinepics @SunPictureDesk @Mirror_Pictures @Express_Pics
— James Bell Photo (@foto_bell) June 10, 2025
What is the superstition about the Strawberry Moon?
If you're into your more spiritual side surrounding full moons, then you'll be interested to know what the Strawberry Moon brings.
Celestial experts say that the full moon is about 'engaging in releasing practices' such as letting go what no longer serves you or releasing pent-up energy through dance.
It's important not to hold on to negativity around this time too.
Why is it called a Strawberry Moon?
The name of the Strawberry Moon is said to have originated from Native American tribes to mark the beginning of wild strawberry season in north-eastern parts of North America.
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It is also linked to farming and when strawberries are set to ripen.
The RMG website says: 'Over time, different cultures have given names to full moons across the lunar calendar.
'Many of the Moon's nicknames have come to us from Native American culture because for their way of life, the cycles of the lunar phases were just as important a method of timekeeping as the longer solar cycle of the year (from which the modern Gregorian calendar is derived).'
