New York: The June 2025 Strawberry Moon did not disappoint. As the lowest full moon of the year, it rose like a glowing peach above skylines, coastlines, and countrysides across the globe. Social media lit up with photos of the golden orb—each one capturing the calm, awe, and magic this moon brings every year.
Named by Native American tribes to mark the ripening of wild strawberries, this full moon is more than just a celestial event—it’s a reminder to slow down and soak in the beauty around us. And in 2025, it came with an extra touch of drama thanks to the lunar standstill, making the moon appear even lower and more cinematic on the horizon.
Here are some of the most breathtaking photos of the Strawberry Moon from around the world.
What Is the Strawberry Moon, and Why Is It Special?
The Strawberry Moon is the name for the full moon that occurs in June. Despite its name, it rarely appears pink or red—though in 2025, the moon looked more golden than usual due to its low angle. This optical illusion, combined with summer haze and light refraction, made it seem bigger and warmer.
Why the June 2025 Strawberry Moon Looked Extra Low and Golden
This year’s Strawberry Moon was part of what’s called a ‘lunar standstill cycle’—an 18.6-year period when the moon’s rise and set points hit extreme northern or southern points. This made the moon appear unusually low in the sky, creating that oversized, honey-colored effect that lit up social feeds.
Stunning Strawberry Moon Photos
From the Hudson River to the Hollywood Hills, American skywatchers captured the Strawberry Moon at its best. One standout image showed the moon hovering above the Statue of Liberty, casting a peachy glow. In the Midwest, open skies offered crisp silhouettes of barns and trees under the golden light.
In Paris, the moon shimmered over the Seine; in London, it peeked between the towers of Westminster. Indian viewers caught the moon just before dawn, tinted with the last bit of rose-gold light. In Japan, temple photographers snapped serene nightscapes bathed in lunar brilliance.
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Yogyakarta
11/06/25 19:20(m_alfayyadh_) pic.twitter.com/24IZilLAxZ
— Merapi Uncover (@merapi_uncover) June 11, 2025
Strawberry moon without a proper camera. pic.twitter.com/a0YhH8AS7y
— Rob Somma (@rob_somma) June 11, 2025
The strawberry moon
📷: @DanTVusa pic.twitter.com/361fC25h9B
— Empire State Building (@EmpireStateBldg) June 12, 2025
‘The strawberry moon’ this evening#المدينة_المنورة pic.twitter.com/MyVGYZ3OVI
— Madinah Files (@sukkaryeater) June 11, 2025
June’s full Strawberry Moon rising over Stonehenge last night 🤩🍓🌕
This full Moon, visible 10-11 June 2025, will be the lowest full Moon in the sky for nearly two decades as we are in the Lunar standstill a phenomenon that won’t occur again until 2043 Photo credit Nick Bull 🙏… pic.twitter.com/bxlWGZd6Wc— Stonehenge U.K (@ST0NEHENGE) June 11, 2025
9 seconds. A helicopter and a plane cross in front of the June strawberry moon. Does this remind you of ET ? pic.twitter.com/OqjCiTY9L1
— Jim Weed (@JimBobW49) June 12, 2025
How to Capture Great Moon Photos (Tips for Next Time)
- Use a tripod for stability
- Shoot during moonrise or moonset
- Keep the ISO low to reduce grain
- Use manual focus and experiment with exposure
- Include silhouettes or landmarks for drama
What’s Next in the Lunar Calendar?
Missed this one? The next full moon is the Buck Moon, rising on July 10, 2025. It’ll be higher and brighter, but with less of that golden illusion.
