Nothing says summer like strawberry-flavored foods, but how about a “Strawberry Moon?” San Antonio skywatchers should get a look at June’s full moon on Monday, June 29, when it reaches peak fullness around 6:56 p.m. CDT, according to the U.S. Naval Observatory.
Persistent dry conditions and slightly above-normal temperatures are expected through the rest of June and into early July, the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio forecast discussion said. Forecasters also said an “augmented Saharan dust layer” will push across South-Central Texas on Monday, so the view could be hazy even if skies are mostly clear.
So what is a Strawberry Moon? The name doesn’t necessarily mean the moon will turn pink. NASAsays a full moon happens when Earth has a full view of the Moon’s completely illuminated side. NASA also says the moon can look larger near the horizon because of the moon illusion, while moonlight can look more yellow or orange near the horizon because it travels through more atmosphere.
The best viewing window will likely be after sunset on Monday, with a clear view of the eastern or southeastern horizon. The NWS forecast for San Antonio calls for mostly clear conditions Monday night, a low around 76 degrees and southeast winds that could gust as high as 30 mph.
Other nicknames for June full moons have included the Honey Moon and Rose Moon, according to NASA.
This Strawberry Moon is not one of NASA’s listed 2026 supermoons. NASA lists the upcoming 2026 supermoons as November 24 and December 24.