‘Strawberry moon' will bring another rare sight to the sky this week. When to see it

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Absolutely, here's what I found about the Strawberry Moon and the rare sight it brings:

The Strawberry Moon and a Hidden Gem

This week's Strawberry Moon, occurring on Friday, June 21st, 2024, isn't just about the beautiful full moon itself. Skywatchers are in for a special treat, as this Strawberry Moon coincides with a rare astronomical event: a penumbral lunar eclipse.

What's a Penumbral Lunar Eclipse?

A penumbral lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth moves between the Sun and the Moon, but not in perfect alignment. Instead of the Moon falling completely into the Earth's dark shadow (umbral shadow), it passes through the Earth's faint outer shadow (penumbra). This causes the Moon to appear slightly dimmer than a typical full moon, but the difference in brightness can be subtle to the naked eye.

What to Look For

The slight dimming effect of the penumbral eclipse might be hard to notice without special equipment. However, skywatchers can look for a subtle darkening on the Moon's edge during the peak of the eclipse. The best time to view this phenomenon will be:

  • For most of the world: Look for the partial dimming around the time of the peak of the eclipse, which occurs between 9:08 PM EDT (6:08 PM PDT) and 10:52 PM EDT (7:52 PM PDT) on Friday, June 21st.

  • For specific locations: You can find more precise timings for your area by searching online for "penumbral lunar eclipse June 21 2024 + [your location]".

Enjoying the Strawberry Moon

Even without the naked-eye visibility of the eclipse, the Strawberry Moon itself is a sight to behold. This full moon, named by Native American tribes due to its prime time for strawberry harvesting, will be beautifully bright in the night sky.

So, this Friday, June 21st, step outside, look up, and enjoy the dazzling Strawberry Moon, with a bonus penumbral eclipse for those who know when and where to look!

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