Astronomy fans, here’s a new celestial rendezvous you won’t want to miss! On June 22, a sublime “Strawberry Moon” will light up the night sky. But what exactly is a full strawberry moon? What is the symbolism of this nickname? And above all: how best to admire this full moon?
What is a full strawberry moon?
After the Super Pink Moon of April, followed by the full flower moon in May, it’s the full strawberry moon’s turn to light up the sky in June. And did you know? Not only is this the 6th full moon of 2024, it also marks the end of spring. But why talk about a full strawberry moon? No, nothing to do with recipe for Cyril Lignac’s strawberry tart. In fact, the term was coined by the Amerindians, for a change. The “Algonquin” tribe would have given this name to this full moon, as it corresponds to the wild strawberry harvesting period in North America. Still for the Amerindians, this “Strawberry Moon” would herald good news. If it marks the arrival of summer, it is also a symbol of abundance. And you may not know it, but the so-called full moon is commonly known as the “honeymoon” in Europe.
Here’s the best way to admire it:
But for that matter: will the famous strawberry full moon take on a pretty pink hue this Sunday, June 22? Well, no! It may seem brighter than usual, but the full moon, nicknamed the red fruit, owes its name to the Amerindians, as explained above. The best way to observe it? Go to a place with little light pollution, such as rural areas or parks. The date is set for Saturday night, June 22, at 3.08am. Get your telescopes out of the cupboard, and open your eyes wide!