Strawberry Moon 2025: When and where to watch the full moon in India and the US
Ever looked up at a so-called Strawberry Moon and wondered if the moon is about to serve fruity pink vibes? Hate to break it to you, it is not turning pink or red or berry-hued. But what it is doing in 2025 is something astronomers and astro-nerds are buzzing about.
The June full moon, adorably nicknamed the Strawberry Moon, is rooted in Native American culture. Tribes linked this moon phase with the ripening of wild strawberries, hence the name. Cute, right? But this year's Strawberry Moon is not just a pretty name. It is serving once-in-a-generation realness.
What makes Strawberry Moon 2025 so special?
This year, the Strawberry Moon is showing off. Thanks to a rare celestial event called a major lunar standstill, the full moon in June 2025 will sit super low in the sky — the lowest it has been in nearly 20 years. Basically, the moon will hug the horizon, appear huge, and glow with a golden-orange filter courtesy of the Earth's atmosphere. In case you are wondering, the next time this low-sky drama returns is 2043. So yes, this is your moment.
Strawberry Moon 2025 date and time in India
In India, mark your calendars for Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 5:30 AM IST — that is when the Strawberry Moon hits its peak. But the real aesthetic? That will happen the night before. Step out on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, right after sunset (between 7:15 PM and 8:00 PM IST) and look southeast. Golden hour meets golden moon — it is the ultimate vibe.
How and when to see it in the US
American moon lovers, your cosmic call time is Tuesday evening, June 10, 2025, just after sunset. The peak happens at 3:44 AM EDT on June 11, but the visual drama unfolds earlier in the night. Whether you are in New York at around 8:30 PM EDT or chilling in LA at 8:00 PM PDT, the southeastern sky is your best bet for moon magic.
Other names for the June full moon
Besides the ultra-Instagrammable 'Strawberry Moon,' June's lunar diva is also called the Blooming Moon, Green Corn Moon, Hoer Moon, Egg Laying Moon, and even the Hatching Moon. No matter what you call it, this low-hanging lunar glow is serving once-in-two-decades glory.
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