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Buck Moon 2026: When and How to See July’s Full Moon
space7 days ago

Buck Moon 2026: When and How to See July’s Full Moon

July 29, 2026 at 10:36 a.m. EDT the full Buck Moon lights the sky opposite the Sun; visible after sunset on July 29 with a Moon Illusion making it look large near the horizon and potentially yellow-orange due to Rayleigh scattering. The article lists local timings for major cities, explains the various Native American and cultural names, and points out skywatching highlights such as the Summer Triangle and Antares in Scorpius, with the Delta Aquarid meteor shower peaking overnight July 30–31 (though the bright Moon will wash out many meteors). In the predawn hours, Saturn, Mercury and Mars form a planetary arc; tips on photography and observing are included, along with notes on upcoming full moons.

via Space|
#astronomy#full-moon#moon
June's Strawberry Moon Delivers a World-Spanning Sky Show
space10 days ago

June's Strawberry Moon Delivers a World-Spanning Sky Show

June's Strawberry Moon—the year's lowest-hanging full moon for Northern Hemisphere observers—rose low in the southeast and lit up skies worldwide, yielding standout photos from locations like New York's Empire State Building, Cape Sounion in Greece, and Meishan and Qingzhou in China, among others; the piece highlights top images and notes the next full Moon, Buck Moon, on July 29.

via Space|
#astrophotography#full-moon#skywatching
Strawberry Moon Tonight: A Low-Horizon Skyshow
space11 days ago

Strawberry Moon Tonight: A Low-Horizon Skyshow

The first full moon of summer, the Strawberry Moon, rises tonight and will look larger and redder as it sits low on the horizon. Peak around 7:57 p.m. ET, with New York viewers likely seeing moonrise around 8:48 p.m. View from an elevated, clear southeastern-horizon spot and consider photographing with a DSLR or a smartphone with astronomy features. The name comes from harvest timing, not color.

via New York Post|
#full-moon#moonrise#new-york-city
June’s Strawberry Moon Lights Up Summer Skies This Week
science11 days ago

June’s Strawberry Moon Lights Up Summer Skies This Week

The full strawberry moon—the first full moon of summer—will rise this week and peak at 7:57 p.m. ET on Monday, appearing as a micromoon near apogee. In the Northern Hemisphere it will trace the year’s lowest arc, while in the Southern Hemisphere it will reach its highest. Its color can appear warmer or cooler depending on atmospheric conditions, but the Moon’s actual color doesn’t change. For best viewing, head outside to a dark, unobstructed spot. The name comes from Algonquin berry-harvesting season, with other cultures calling it the hoer or blooming moon. The article also lists six more full moons in 2026 (Buck Moon, Sturgeon Moon, Harvest Moon, Hunter’s Moon, Beaver Moon, Cold Moon) and ties this year’s lunar activity to renewed interest in lunar exploration as NASA’s Artemis program advances.

via CNN|
#artemis#astronomy#full-moon
Strawberry Moon rises Monday night, rooted in Indigenous harvest lore
science12 days ago

Strawberry Moon rises Monday night, rooted in Indigenous harvest lore

June's full Moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, rises Monday evening and remains full through the night; it may appear yellow to pinkish at rise as light passes through a thicker atmosphere. The name comes from Algonquian-speaking Indigenous peoples marking the wild strawberry harvest, with other nations naming it Green Corn Moon or Berries Ripen Moon; the next full Moon is Buck Moon on July 29.

via WRAL|
#algonquian#astronomy#full-moon
June’s Strawberry Moon: When and How to See the First Summer Full Moon
science16 days ago

June’s Strawberry Moon: When and How to See the First Summer Full Moon

The strawberry full moon will peak on June 29 at 7:57 p.m. ET and will be a micromoon, appearing slightly smaller and dimmer due to its distance in the orbit. It marks the first full moon of summer and gets its name from the strawberry harvest tradition, not its color. For the best view, seek a dark location away from city lights and check local cloud cover; the next full moon, the Buck Moon, peaks on July 29.

via Yahoo|
#astronomy#full-moon#micromoon
June Strawberry Moon peaks at 6:56 PM CT this weekend, here's how to spot its rosy glow
local17 days ago

June Strawberry Moon peaks at 6:56 PM CT this weekend, here's how to spot its rosy glow

Summer’s here and the Strawberry Moon—the first full moon of the season—will illuminate the night sky on June 29, with peak illumination at 6:56 p.m. CT. The name reflects historical Native American observations of berry ripening, including Haida references. For the best view, head to a dark spot away from city lights and check FOX 17’s forecast for cloud cover or storms that could block the view.

via WZTV|
#astronomy#full-moon#light-pollution
June's Strawberry Moon: when to catch the first summer full moon
science18 days ago

June's Strawberry Moon: when to catch the first summer full moon

The Strawberry Moon, June’s first full moon after the summer solstice on June 21, will peak on June 29 at 7:57 p.m. ET. Its nickname comes from the strawberry harvest season rather than its color, and it carries several traditional names from Native American and colonial cultures. For viewing, check local weather and pick a dark, clear night. The piece also lists the remaining full-moon dates for 2026: Buck Moon (July 29), Sturgeon Moon (Aug 28, with a partial lunar eclipse), Harvest Moon (Sept 26), Hunter’s Moon (Oct 26), Beaver Moon (Nov 24), and Cold Moon (Dec 23).

via USA Today|
#astronomy#full-moon#native-american-origins
Moon Twice in a Month: Why the Blue Moon Captivates Us
space1 month ago

Moon Twice in a Month: Why the Blue Moon Captivates Us

Space.com explains that a Blue Moon is not literally blue; it refers to either the second full moon in a calendar month or the fourth in a season with four full moons; the article traces its pop-culture roots—from a 1940s Sky & Telescope misinterpretation to songs and films—and notes that the Moon's enduring appeal comes from its regular cycles and its place in human culture and science.

via Space|
#astronomy#blue-moon#full-moon
May 2026's micromoon: rare Blue Moon livestream highlights smallest full Moon
space1 month ago

May 2026's micromoon: rare Blue Moon livestream highlights smallest full Moon

Space.com reports that May 30–30, 2026 at 9:30 p.m. EDT (01:30 GMT on May 31) will feature the year’s smallest full Moon, a micromoon and May’s second full Moon (a monthly Blue Moon), livestreamed from Manciano, Italy by Gianluca Massi and the Virtual Telescope Project with views of Rome’s monuments; watchable on Space.com or the Virtual Telescope Project’s WebTV/YouTube if weather permits. The piece explains the two Blue Moon definitions (seasonal vs. monthly) and notes the micromoon may appear up to about 14% smaller than a supermoon due to apogee.

via Space|
#astronomy#blue-moon#full-moon
May’s Blue Moon Lights Up the Night Sky (Second Full Moon of the Month)
space1 month ago

May’s Blue Moon Lights Up the Night Sky (Second Full Moon of the Month)

Space.com reports that the May Blue Moon—the second full Moon in May—will peak around 4:45 a.m. EDT on May 31. In the U.S., the Moon will first rise around sunset on May 30, with Antares the red star nearby and Jupiter, Venus, and Mercury lined up above the western horizon at sunset. A “Blue Moon” here simply means the second full Moon in a calendar month, not a color change; the article also notes additional context about Moon photography and viewing tips.

via Space|
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