‘Strawberry Moon’ to illuminate the night. Here’s what to know
The moon is doing something cool on Friday, and you could see it.
NASA said the next full moon Friday afternoon will create a Strawberry Moon. During that time, the moon will be nearly opposite the sun and could create a partial lunar eclipse.
“The Moon will be close enough to opposite the Sun that it will pass through part of the partial shadow of the Earth, called a partial penumbral eclipse of the Moon,” NASA said. “During this eclipse the Moon will not be in the sky for most of the Americas.”
The Old Farmer’s Almanac said the full moon will peak at 3:12 p.m. on the East Coast, but it won’t be visible until later in the day.
“Unlike a full lunar or solar eclipse, the visual effect of a penumbral eclipse is usually so minimal that it can be difficult to perceive at all!” The Old Farmer’s Almanac reported. “This eclipse will be visible from parts of Australia, Asia, Africa, Europe, and South America, but will not be visible from North America.”
A Strawberry Moon is “large and golden hued,” The Old Farmer’s Almanac reported. Its name originates from Algonquin tribes in North America who used June’s full moon as a signal to pick ripened wild strawberries, the Almanac reported.
If you’re wondering when the best time is to see the Strawberry Moon in your town, you can use this tool from the Farmer’s Almanac.
If you miss the lunar eclipse, North America will get the chance to see it again July 4, according to Space.com.
