The “Strawberry Moon” is the traditional name given to June’s full moon, widely regarded as the first full moon of summer. In Greece, the phenomenon will reach its peak in the early hours of Tuesday, Monday 29, 2026.
Despite its sweet, summery name, the Strawberry Moon does not usually appear bright pink or red. However, when it sits low on the horizon, atmospheric conditions can sometimes give it a subtle reddish or amber glow.
The name originates from the Algonquin Indigenous peoples of North America, for whom this full moon marked the ideal time to harvest wild strawberries, which ripened during June. Over time, the term became one of the most widely recognized traditional names for the month’s full moon.
Across Europe, the June full moon has also been known as the “Honey Moon” or “Mead Moon,” reflecting the season when honey was traditionally harvested. In some traditions, it is also referred to as the “Pink Moon,” although the lunar surface itself does not typically take on a pink hue.
