June full moon 2026: When, where and how to see the Strawberry Moon

The June full moon occurs at 7:57 p.m. EDT (2357 GMT) on June 29. That's when the lunar disk will pass opposite the sun in Earth's sky, appearing fully lit by the sun's rays. This month's full moon is also known as the "Strawberry Moon," reflecting the time of year when Native American tribes harvest the ripened fruit. It is also the first full moon of summer, following soon after the June 21 summer solstice , which marks the astronomical start of the season and the longest day of the year. June's full moon tracks the lowest path of any full moon throughout the year, and that's thanks to its proximity to the summer solstice — when the sun is at its highest in the daytime sky. Article continues below When to see the June full moon Look to the southeastern horizon at sunset on June 29 to see the Strawberry Moon climb into the early summer sky, embedded among the stars of the constellation Sagittarius. Seeing those stars may prove a challenge, in fact, due to the deluge of moonlight pouring from the lunar disk. Beyond brightness, Earth's natural satellite will also appear particularly large to the unaided eye as it rests close to the horizon because of a phenomenon known as the moon illusion. You may also see the lunar disk adopt a yellow-orange glow in the period directly following moonrise, when its light will be scattered and filtered by the atmosphere. …