The strawberries are ripening, which means it’s time for June’s “Strawberry Moon,” and this one is set be extra special.

The moon won’t be red in color like it was during the blood moon in March but a gold color. Rather, this full moon coincides with the annual harvest of the favorite berry.

June’s Strawberry Moon takes its name from seasonal plant growth, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac. Many ripening strawberries were ready to be harvested around this time in the northeastern United States.

This full moon has the distinction of being the lowest in the sky since 2006, an event that won’t happen again until 2043. This is due to a phenomenon known as a “major lunar standstill” or “lunistice,” a part of a natural cycle that takes place over 18.6 years that subtly changes where the moon rises and sets, according to BBC Sky at Night Magazine.

Here’s what to know about the full moon in June.

When is the full moon in June?

It will be on the rise on Wednesday, June 11, at 3:44 a.m. 

It will be at its fullest at 3:44 a.m. ET, according to NASA. But because it’s so early in the day, the best time to view the moon will be June 10, when it rises at sunset, according to LiveScience.

What’s the weather expected to be like on Cape Cod?

While the day is supposed to be rainy, by tonight skies are expected to start clearing on Cape Cod, according to AccuWeather, meaning people will probably be able to see the full moon.

What is a micromoon?

The June full moon will be a micromoon, which means it will appear smaller and dimmer than it usually does. That’s because the moon is currently at its farthest point point from the Earth. The moon also will appear about 14% smaller and 30% dimmer.

Will the full moon coincide with the summer solstice?

The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year in the Northern hemisphere. In 2025, it will fall on Friday, June 20.

Every 20 years or so, the Strawberry Moon falls on the same day at the summer solstice, according to the Time & Date website. This year, won’t be one of those times.

According to reports, the Strawberry Moon will coincide with the summer solstice again in 2062.

What’s the best way to see the Strawberry Moon?

A full moon can be seen clearly with the naked eye.

But in a past interview with USA Today Network, Tim Brothers, Massachusetts Institute of Technology technical Instructor and observatory manager, said with any case of stargazing, it’s much better if you’re using a good telescope or a pair of binoculars.

What are the names of some upcoming full moons?

According to Time and Date, they include:

• Strawberry Moon: June 11, 2025
• Buck Moon: July 10, 2025
• Sturgeon Moon: Aug. 9, 2025
• Corn Moon: Sept. 7, 2025
• Harvest Moon: Oct. 6, 2025

When are the supermoons in 2025?

In 2025, there will be several supermoons. The next one will be on Oct. 7.

USA Today contributed to this report.