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The full Strawberry Moon rises on Saturday, June 3, 2023. Will it be pink? What is the true origin of the name “Strawberry Moon,” and what are some other June Moon names? Learn more!
When to See the Full Moon in June 2023
On the evening of Saturday, June 3—just after sunset—look towards the southeast to watch the full Moon rise gently above the horizon. There, it will appear large and golden-hued.
June’s full Moon will reach peak illumination at 11:43 P.M. Eastern Time. See the Full Moon Calculator for your local time.
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Why Is It Called the Strawberry Moon?
The full Moon names used by The Old Farmer’s Almanac come from a number of places, including Native American, Colonial American, and European sources. Historically, names for the full or new Moons were used to track the seasons. Today, we think of Moon names as “nicknames” for the Moon.
June’s full Moon—typically the last full Moon of spring or the first of summer—has traditionally been called the Strawberry Moon. While strawberries certainly are a reddish-pink color and are roundish in shape, the origin of the name “Strawberry Moon” has nothing to do with the Moon’s hue or appearance, despite the evocative imagery (shown in the artist rendering below). A Moon usually appears reddish when it’s close to the horizon because the light rays must pass through the densest layers of atmosphere.
This “Strawberry Moon” name has been used by Native American Algonquian tribes that live in the northeastern United States as well as the Ojibwe, Dakota, and Lakota peoples to mark the ripening of “June-bearing” strawberries that are ready to be gathered. The Haida term Berries Ripen Moon reflects this as well. As flowers bloom and early fruit ripens, June is a time of great abundance for many.
Alternative June Moon Names
Many cultures over time have used different names for the 12 full moons experienced each year. Usually, they’re not based on a color, but on a common activity that takes place that time of year.
Blooming Moon (Anishinaabe) is indicative of the flowering season, while Green Corn Moon (Cherokee) and Hoer Moon (Western Abenaki) suggest that it’s time to tend to young crops.
Other names highlight that this is a time of new life: The Tlingit have used the term Birth Moon, referring to the time when certain animals are born in their region (the Pacific Northwest). Egg Laying Moon and Hatching Moon are Cree terms that also hint at a time of many animal babies.
Alternative European names for this Moon include the Honey Moon and the Mead Moon. June was traditionally the month of marriage, and is even named after the Roman goddess of marriage, Juno. Following marriage comes the “honeymoon,” which may be tied to this alternative Moon name!
→ See all 12 months of full Moon names and meanings.
Moon Phases for June 2023
See our Moon Phase Calendar to customize dates and times to your location.
 | Full Moon: June 3, 11:43 P.M. EDT |
 | Last Quarter: June 10, 3:32 P.M. EDT |
 | New Moon: June 18, 12:39 A.M. EDT |
 | First Quarter: June 26, 3:51 A.M. EDT |
→ Also, find the Moon rise and set times here.
June Moon Folklore
- A growing Moon and a flowing tide are lucky times to marry.
- Days following both the New and Full Moons are most likely to be rainy or stormy.
- Crabbing, shrimping, and clamming are best when the Moon is full.
Full Strawberry Moon Video
Learn more about how the full Strawberry Moon name originated, along with some fascinating Moon facts, in our short video here:
Best Days in June 2023
Below are the best days for activities, based on the Moon’s sign and phase in June.
| Activity | Best Days |
| Go Camping | 3, 4, 30 |
| Setting Eggs | 7, 8, 26 |
| Fishing | 1–3, 18–30 |
→ See all activities on our Best Days calendar.
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When there is a full moon I put my crystals, amethyst and rose quartz, out on my patio to let the moonlight recharge them. I also put a bottle of water to capture the energy of the full moon. It really feels energizing to drink. A friend suggested it and I was skeptical, but it really works!
Many people say that they feel real benefits from “moon water.” Thanks for sharing your experience!
Would it apply to the east part of Canada ?
Yes, it absolutely does. Thanks for asking!
Since the moon cycle is 28 days, there are 13 full moons every year, not 12. What is the name of the second full moon that occurs in a month?
2nd full moon in any month is called the Blue Moon
Nice to know the different moon names! Thanks, K
None if this makes sense in the Southern Hemisphere where winter has just begun!
I agree with a gentleman who wrote asking if the full moon art work is available - it has been a couple of years since he wrote in- any chance the artist has considered offering them as single prints and or as a calendar?!
They would sell off the shelves!!!
High Tide occurs on or about 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM during a full Moon phase. That is Eastern Standard Time. If someone can educate me as to what happenes on the west coast, it would be greatly appreciated.
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