Full moon June 2023, When is the Strawberry Moon in 2023?

 The full moon in June is named for the wild strawberries that begin to ripen in the early summer. This Full Moon is also referred to as the Rose Moon, Hot Moon, and Mead Moon.

Strawberry Moon 2023

June 3, 2023, at 11:43 p.m. ET

Strawberry Moon 2024

22 Jun 2024, 06:37

Use these suggestions to make the most of the impending Strawberry Moon. 

Let's dissect the significance of the Strawberry Moon first, though.

when is the Strawberry Moon in 2023?

At 11:43 p.m. ET on Saturday, June 3, 2023, The Strawberry Moon will appear.

What does the name "Strawberry Moon" mean?

According to The Old Farmer's Almanack, which started publishing names for full moons in the 1930s, numerous Native American tribes gave the full moon in June the nickname "Strawberry Moon" to correspond with the brief strawberry harvest season.

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Since honey was frequently collected towards the end of June, the moon in June earned the old European moniker "Honey Moon," according to NASA. Due to the prevalence of June weddings, the term "honeymoon," which is customarily used to describe the first month of marriage, may be connected to this full moon. (According to NASA, other theories propose that the term "honeymoon" derives from the practice of giving newlyweds mead, a beverage made from fermented honey, to savor throughout their first month of marriage.

The Strawberry Moon in June is in what sign of the zodiac?

Each full moon's zodiac sign is defined by the moon's position in the night sky in relation to the various astrological signs. According to Thomas, the moon will shift every year, producing a different set of lunar characteristics every year.

This year's Strawberry Moon occurs as a full moon in the flamboyant sign of Sagittarius, which is a perfect match for summer's heat, strong energy, and adventure. Sagittarius is a sign that governs curiosity, communication, and adventure.

Try these manifestations and rituals for the Strawberry Moon.

Many ancient cultures honored the power of the full moon and celebrated celestial cycles, from Chinese customs to the Hebrew calendar.

Many astrologers feel that a full moon is a fantastic moment to harness its power and use it to bring your desires into reality because of this energy.

According to Thomas, successful rituals can include anything involving fire, such as burning a candle or incense, because this year's Strawberry Moon is in Sagittarius, a fire sign with a focus on drive and passion. In a cathartic (and safe) method, he advised writing down the things that need to be let go of and then burning them.