Skywatchers across the UK are set for a standout celestial sight on the evening of 29 June, when the annual Strawberry Moon rises low and golden in the southern sky. Despite its sweet name, the full moon will not actually turn pink, but the combination of its unusually low path, warm hues and rich folklore makes this one of the most eye‑catching lunar events of the summer.
This year's June full moon blends astronomy, ancient tradition and astrology, turning a familiar astronomical event into one of the most talked‑about nights on the 2026 sky‑watching calendar. Here is what to know, from UK viewing times and how best to see it, to its astrological associations and some surprising background facts.
