Welcome to the Science & Nature hub where we break down the sky’s biggest shows. From a bright pink moon to a haunting red eclipse, we give you the facts you need to see them without any jargon.
The Strawberry Moon lights up the night on June 11, 2025. It’s called a "strawberry" moon because Native American tribes linked it to the strawberry‑picking season. This one will be a micromoon, meaning it’s a bit smaller and dimmer than a typical full moon, but it still throws a reddish glow across the sky.
Why does it look red? The atmosphere scatters blue light, leaving the longer red wavelengths to reach our eyes. The effect is strongest when the moon sits low on the horizon, so grab a spot with a clear view of the east or south‑east early in the morning.
Want a great photo? Use a tripod, set your camera to a low ISO (100‑200), and keep the exposure long enough to catch the moon’s detail—around 1/125 s works well. If you’re just watching, bring a pair of binoculars for extra surface detail without the hassle of a telescope.
On March 14, 2025 the UK will see a partial lunar eclipse that turns part of the moon a deep, eerie red. This “blood moon” happens when Earth slips between the sun and moon, casting a shadow that filters out blue light and lets the red glow through.
The eclipse peaks just before dawn, so the best viewing window is about an hour before sunrise. Look westward for the highest altitude, and pick a spot away from city lights for a clearer view. Southern England and Wales tend to have clearer skies that night, but keep an eye on the weather forecast.
If you want a front‑row seat, a small telescope or even a good pair of binoculars will let you see the dark shadow edge creep across the lunar surface. For a casual glance, just step outside early, let your eyes adjust, and enjoy the reddish slice of the moon.
Both events are free, require no special equipment, and happen on a schedule you can mark in your calendar. So set a reminder, grab a warm drink, and head outside to enjoy the sky’s natural fireworks.
Got questions about other sky events? Check back often—Science & Nature brings you the latest updates, easy how‑tos, and the best tips for turning a casual glance into a memorable experience.
The 2025 Strawberry Moon arrives on June 11, offering a unique sight with its micromoon size and radiant reddish glow. This full moon, rooted in harvest traditions, promises rare photo ops and will shine brightest in the early morning skies, especially from low-horizon locations.
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A captivating partial lunar eclipse will turn the moon a striking red in UK skies on March 14, 2025. Best seen at dawn with clear western views, this natural spectacle results from Earth's atmosphere scattering red light. Southern England and Wales may have clearer skies for viewing. The next chance to witness a similar event is September 2025.
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