- The full Strawberry Moon will turn full on Monday, June 29, 2026.
- The Strawberry Moon is the seventh of 13 full moons in 2026, a year that includes an extra full moon because the lunar year is about 11 days shorter than the solar year.
- Moonrise will take place across North America in blue hour, when the sky is darkening but still retains color.
- The sweet spot to view the Strawberry Moon is during dusk, right around on June 29.
- June's Strawberry Moon stays low, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere.
The Strawberry Moon will rise on June 29, 2026, reaching its full phase at 7:58 p.m. EDT. This full moon, traditionally associated with seasonal harvests, will be the lowest-hanging full moon of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, following the sun's highest path.24
Moonrise will occur during the blue hour, providing optimal viewing conditions as the sky darkens but retains color. The best time to observe the moon will be on the night of June 29, coinciding with its full phase.3
This year, the Strawberry Moon will also coincide with apogee, the point in the moon's orbit when it is farthest from Earth. As a result, it will appear about 12-14% smaller and dimmer than average, classifying it as a micromoon.
The Strawberry Moon is the seventh of 13 full moons in 2026, a year that includes an extra full moon due to the lunar year being about 11 days shorter than the solar year. Observers can expect a unique lunar experience as this full moon follows the lowest and most southerly path possible in the sky.
“The Strawberry Moon will reach its full phase at 7:58 p.m. EDT on June 29, 2026. This full moon is the lowest-hanging of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.”
Forbes
