Strawberry Moon is the full moon observed in the month of June. The next Strawberry Moon will occur on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 7:57 PM EDT.
It is called the Strawberry Moon because June is the time when strawberries become fully red and ripe and are perfect for harvesting.
Strawberry Moon, or the June full moon, this year will occur right after the June solstice that marks the beginning of the vibrant summer in the Northern Hemisphere.
The Names and Tales Behind June's Full Moon
The name Strawberry Moon came from the Ojibwa, Lakota, Dakota, and Algonquin people (Native American Tribes). They used to name and track seasons by observing the full moon. Although strawberries are reddish-pink and round, the name does not indicate the moon's appearance or hue.
A moon may appear reddish if it is close to the horizon and light rays pass through the dense layers of its atmosphere. Native American Algonquin tribes call it the Strawberry Moon, as it is the time in June when ripe strawberries are all set to be gathered.
June's full moon is called the Berries Ripen Moon by the Haida (American Indian people). The name is such because berries begin to ripen in June. It is the time of blossoming, ripening, and animals taking birth. It also marks the season change and occurrence of the summer solstice (21st June).
According to European culture, this moon is known as the “mead moon” or “honeymoon.” The reference goes back to Juno (the one after this month is named), the Roman goddess of marriage and childbirth. It is the traditional month of coupling and honeymooning. This name refers to the great fertility during this time of the year. This also marks the celebration of growth and connection to living beings, food, and new beginnings on Earth.
Other names are given by different cultures to the June full moon:
- Anishinaabe calls it the Blooming Moon in reference to the flowering season.
- Cherokee named it the Green Corn Moon.
- Western Abenaki calls it the Hoer Moon, as it's time to tend fresh crops.
- The Tinglet named it Birth Moon, as many animals give birth at this time of the year.
- “Hatching Moon” or “Egg Laying Moon” are Cree terms.
- Rose moon
Phases of the Moon in June 2026
- June 8: Last Quarter at 6:00 AM EDT
- June 14: New Moon at 10:54 PM EDT
- June 21: First Quarter at 5:55 PM EDT
- June 29: Full Moon at 7:57 PM EDT
A supermoon happens as the moon's orbit moves closest to Earth. At this time, the full moon is in its largest and brightest form.
In 2026, the Strawberry Moon will not be a Supermoon, as it is expected to be far away from the cutoff point.
Future Full Moons of June
| Year | Day of the Week | Future June Full moons |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday | June 18, 2027, 8:44 PM EDT |
| 2028 | Wednesday | June 7, 2028, 2:09 AM EDT |
| 2029 | Monday | June 25, 2029, 11:22 PM EDT |
| 2030 | Saturday | June 15, 2030, 2:41 PM EDT |
| 2031 | Thursday | June 5, 2031. 7:58 AM EDT |
Next up is the Buck Moon in July.
