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Strawberry Moon to rise at its lowest point in nearly 20 years on June 11

A rare major lunar standstill will sink the June full moon to its lowest southern position since 2006.

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The full “Strawberry moon” is seen in Arlington, Virginia, on June 14, 2022.
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Overview

  • The full moon will peak on June 11, 2025, at 8:44 am BST according to Royal Museums Greenwich.
  • It’s the sixth full moon of 2025, part of the Moon’s roughly 29.5-day phase cycle, and named for early summer’s ripening wild strawberries.
  • A major lunar standstill will place the full moon at its lowest southern point in its 18.6-year cycle, a phenomenon not seen since 2006.
  • Its low horizon position will trigger the Moon illusion, making the moon appear larger than usual.
  • A total lunar eclipse visible from the UK is scheduled for September 7, 2025.