Skywatchers across the globe are in for a rare celestial treat this week: the appearance of the so-called "Strawberry Moon," set to rise on the evening of June 11.
The phenomenon, which marks the first full moon of summer and the last before the summer solstice, is expected to be particularly striking this year.
The Moon will rise unusually low on the horizon, creating a dramatic visual effect for observers in the Northern Hemisphere.
Thanks to an atmospheric optical illusion, the Moon will appear approximately 20 percent larger than usual. As its light passes through the Earth's dense lower atmosphere, it will take on a warm, reddish hue — a characteristic that has made the "Strawberry Moon" a favorite among skywatchers and photographers alike.
This year's full moon is expected to be the lowest-hanging in the Northern Hemisphere in recent memory. A similar lunar event will not occur again until 2043, making this a rare opportunity for stargazers to witness one of nature’s more poetic spectacles.
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