PHOTOS: Northeast Wisconsin skies illuminated by ‘strawberry moon’
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PHOTOS: Northeast Wisconsin skies illuminated by ‘strawberry moon’
The full moon in the month of June is dubbed the strawberry moon. It’s the full moon that occurs closest to when strawberries are ready for picking. June’s full moon tends to be the lowest full moon of the year.
FOX 11 viewers across Northeast Wisconsin caught a glimpse of the
The moon appeared various shades of red or orange, depending on location.
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The full moon in the month of June is dubbed the strawberry moon because it’s the full moon that occurs closest to when strawberries are ready for picking.
This full moon was particularly rare because of how low in the sky it remained. June’s full moon tends to be the lowest full moon of the year, but this was the lowest in the sky since 2006 — and will be the lowest until June 2043.
Strawberry Moon: How and When to See June’s Full Moon Over NJ
The June full moon is called the strawberry moon because it occurs during the relatively short season for harvesting the sweet, succulent berries. The full strawberry moon is the opposite of a supermoon. The best time or “peak” will be at 3:44 am Wednesday morning, or very late tonight. The Strawberry Moon will be dimmer and smaller than regular full moons at different times of the year.
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I enjoy getting my Nikon out and using a 500 mm lens to take some photos. It’s not the best full moon pics ever, but I am pretty happy with some of the shots I have had over the years.
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What is a Strawberry Moon?
According to Patch, “The full strawberry moon is the opposite of a supermoon. It’s a micromoon, a term used to describe a full moon that occurs at apogee its farthest point from Earth in its orbit, according to NASA.”
What Does The Strawberry Moon Look Like
Because the Strawberry Moon is further from Earth than regular full moons, it will be dimmer and smaller than regular full moons at different times of the year.
When is the Perfect Time To View The Strawberry Moon?
In a perfect world, or in this case moon, the best time or “peak” will be at 3:44 am Wednesday morning, or very late tonight lol
What I try to do is find the darkest place in my yard, away from all the outside lights, and grab several different photos so I can compare the shots and pick my favorite ones. So grab your camera and get out there tonight and see the Strawberry Moon.
How Did The Strawberry Moon Get Its Name?
According to Patch, “The June full moon is called the strawberry moon because it occurs during the relatively short season for harvesting the sweet, succulent berries.”
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