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The July 'buck moon' reached peak illumination on July 10, appearing unusually low on the horizon due to the summer solstice, and was visibly orange because of Rayleigh scattering; it was the farthest full moon from the sun in 2025, with several more full moons and supermoons expected later in the year.
Recent studies suggest that trees may use the summer solstice as a key marker for timing their growth, leaf senescence, and reproduction cycles, particularly in temperate regions, to optimize survival and reproduction, with evidence pointing to synchronized seed production across Europe linked to temperature changes around the solstice.
This weekly horoscope for June 15-21, 2025, offers astrological insights for each zodiac sign, highlighting themes of celebration, reflection, and action aligned with the summer solstice and planetary movements, encouraging focus on personal goals, social connections, and self-care.
The June 2025 full moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, will be visible from June 10-11 and is notable for being the lowest full moon in years, appearing very large near the horizon, with the best viewing in Tulsa at 2:46 a.m. on June 11. This rare event won't occur again until 2043.
The June full moon, known as the "strawberry moon," coincides with the summer solstice, adding spiritual significance. This year's strawberry moon will peak on June 21, 2024, and is positioned in Capricorn, influencing professional and personal legacies. Celebrity astrologer Kyle Thomas offers insights and rituals for harnessing the moon's energy, emphasizing nature and financial elements. Each zodiac sign will experience unique impacts, from professional breakthroughs for Aries to social opportunities for Pisces.
June's full moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, will appear larger and more colorful due to its low position in the sky, creating an orange or amber hue. This phenomenon, called the moon illusion, occurs because the moon's light travels a longer distance through Earth's atmosphere. Optimal viewing is at moonrise or moonset, and no special equipment is needed. The Strawberry Moon will be visible for three days, and viewers in the Northern Hemisphere can also spot the Summer Triangle and the Milky Way.
June's full moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, will appear larger and more colorful due to its low position in the sky, creating an orange or amber hue. This phenomenon, called the moon illusion, occurs because the moon's light travels a longer distance through Earth's atmosphere. Optimal viewing is at moonrise or moonset, and no special equipment is needed. The moon will peak at 9:08 p.m. ET Friday, one day after the summer solstice.
Over 15,000 visitors witnessed the summer solstice sunrise at Stonehenge, where the sun appeared above the Heel Stone. The event followed a climate change protest by Just Stop Oil activists who sprayed the site with orange paint, which was later removed. The solstice marks the beginning of astronomical summer in the Northern Hemisphere and features several notable celestial events.
The Strawberry Solstice Moon will shine tonight, marking the first full day of summer on June 21, 2024. This full moon, also known as the Rose Moon in Europe, will appear nearly full for a few days around this date. The Big Dipper will also be visible in the northwest sky. The moon's golden appearance is due to atmospheric reddening, similar to the effect seen during a total lunar eclipse.
Friday's notable events include Prince William celebrating his 42nd birthday with his children, summer solstice celebrations at Stonehenge, a fatal train collision in Chile, Palestinians shopping in a war-torn Gaza market, and a sinkhole caused by burst water pipes in Chengdu, China.
Approximately 15,000 people gathered at Stonehenge to witness the summer solstice sunrise, a rare occasion allowing close access to the stones. Despite a recent protest by Just Stop Oil, the event proceeded smoothly with English Heritage successfully removing the paint. Visitors from around the world, including spiritual communities, celebrated the event, which was marked by a safe and positive atmosphere.
Thousands gathered at Stonehenge in Wiltshire, England, to celebrate the summer solstice, marking the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. The prehistoric monument, believed to have been built around 2,500 B.C.E., is aligned to frame the sunrise on the summer solstice and the sunset on the winter solstice. Despite recent vandalism by climate protesters, the site remained open for the event. The solstice has been celebrated for millennia, with modern festivities including festivals, bonfires, and unique gatherings worldwide.
Stonehenge remains undamaged after climate protesters sprayed it with orange paint. The site has been cleaned and is ready for summer solstice celebrations. Two protesters were arrested and released on bail. The act was condemned by UK leaders and is part of a series of disruptive protests by the group Just Stop Oil.
June offers a variety of night-sky events, including potential northern lights due to solar activity, a planetary parade on June 3, a Jupiter-Mercury conjunction on June 4, the Arietid daytime meteor shower peak on June 7, the summer solstice on June 20, and a full Strawberry Moon on June 21.
Around 8,000 people, including druids, pagans, hippies, and tourists, gathered at Stonehenge to celebrate the summer solstice, the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere. The sun rose behind the Heel Stone, and the first rays shone into the heart of Stonehenge, a World Heritage Site. The event was peaceful and safe, with only two arrests made. English Heritage reported that approximately 154,000 people tuned in from around the world to watch the sunset and sunrise on the charity’s livestream. Stonehenge remains a symbol of British culture and history and continues to captivate and bring people together to celebrate the seasons.