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Strawberry Moon 2026: June’s full moon is also one of the smallest of the year called a micromoon
By Caroline Brown at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
Skywatchers will have a chance to see June’s full moon Monday night, commonly known as the Strawberry Moon. Despite its name, the Moon won’t actually appear pink or red. Instead, the name comes from the time of year when wild strawberries traditionally ripened and were ready for harvest in parts ...
Key takeaway Instead, the name comes from the time of year when wild strawberries traditionally ripened and were ready for harvest in parts of North America.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For residents of Piney Point Village , the Strawberry Moon's low trajectory across the sky means it will be visible for a shorter period than usual, dipping below the horizon earlier in the night. This unique path, combined with the Moon Illusion, will create a striking visual effect when viewed from local parks or other low-elevation areas. As the Moon rises near sunset, its appearance near the horizon will be amplified, making it a great opportunity for photographers to capture a dramatic shot. Given the subtlety of the micromoon's smaller size, comparing photographs from different vantage points in Piney Point Village could help reveal the slight difference in the Moon's apparent size. With clear skies, the Strawberry Moon will be a notable sight in the village's summer evening landscape.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Skywatchers will have a chance to see June’s full moon Monday night, commonly known as the Strawberry Moon. Despite its name, the Moon won’t actually appear pink or red. Instead, the name comes from the time of year when wild strawberries traditionally ripened and were ready for harvest in parts ...
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