Skywatchers will see a full moon on Friday, June 21, known as the Strawberry Moon, which will coincide with the summer solstice. The strawberry moon will appear full for three days, according to NASA, providing plenty of time to observe it. The strawberry moon will be visible in India from 7:08 pm. Why the June full moon called strawberry moonThe name "strawberry moon" has roots in various cultural traditions, including those of Native American, Colonial American and European origins, as documented by The Old Farmer's Almanac. June's full moon, often the last of spring or the first of summer, is traditionally called the strawberry moon.

Source: The Nation June 21, 2024 07:45 UTC