A strawberry moon is lighting up the sky tonight. Here's how you can see it
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The June full moon – also known as the Strawberry Moon – is illuminating skies across the world on June 11.

Unfortunately, the Strawberry Moon will not be pink or red for those of us in the southern hemisphere.

The June full moon – also known as the Strawberry Moon – is illuminating skies across the world on June 11. (Danielle Smith)

In fact, its name comes from the Native American strawberry harvest season it shares a date with.

Moon gazers in the northern hemisphere might have a better chance at a pink-hued moon, due to its low placement closer to the horizon.

Here’s everything you need to know about tonight’s Strawberry Moon.

The Strawberry Moon is already illuminating the skies over Australia from sunset tonight, but it will be most spectacular after dark.

Across the east coast, that means 5.43pm onwards is the best timeframe for skygazing.

The moon will look a little different in the northern hemisphere compared to the southern hemisphere.

In areas located below the equator, including Australia, the strawberry moon will be the highest full moon in nearly 20 years.

Known as a lunar standstill, it’s expected to sit almost overhead, making it look bigger than usual.

Those in the northern hemisphere will experience the opposite, with the lowest moonrise since 2006.

The next lunar standstill is not due until 2043.

The full moon, also known as the Strawberry Moon, rises over St Mary’s Lighthouse in Whitley Bay, England, Tuesday, June 10, 2025. (Owen Humphreys/PA via AP) (AP)

Where can you see it in Australia?

The Strawberry Moon will be visible across the country, provided it is not concealed by clouds or light pollution.

Unsurprisingly, skygazing is as simple as looking up.

But those who want to make a night out of the celestial marvel have a few different options.

Venturing away from light pollution is your best chance at seeing the moon in its full glory, but there are alternatives for city dwellers, too.

Sydneysiders can head to Palm Beach Headland on the Northern Beaches, which is regarded as Australia’s First Urban Night Sky Place.

In Melbourne, The Royal Botanic Gardens is a beautiful spot to see the stars.

For those eager to venture out, Sky High in Mt Dandenong or the Snake Valley Observatory, an Australian Dark Sky Site, offer excellent viewing opportunities.

If you’re still unsure, any beach, wide open space or elevated grounds provide a great vantage point.

Assessing a dark sky map to review the areas least impacted by light pollution is also a good bet.
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