Tooting Strawberry Moon: How and when to see the supermoon

By Tommy Joyce

23rd Jun 2021 | Local News

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The last supermoon of the year is set to rise tomorrow.

Summer Solstice may not have been the most delightful day of the year, however, all is not lost as a 'Strawberry' moon will be rising above the horizon on Thursday June 24.

The full moon in June became known as the Strawberry Moon to signify the start of the strawberry harvest.

Some name it the 'Rose Moon' because of the roses that bloom in late June, and in Europe it is often called the 'Mead Moon' or the 'Honey Moon' since the end of June is when ripened honey is ready to be harvested from beehives.

When does a full Moon occur?

We can see the Moon appear as a full orb every 29 and a half days when the Earth is directly aligned between it and the Sun.

The Strawberry Moon will reach its peak brightness at 7.39pm, however, at that point, it will not be fully risen above the horizon.

So, for the best views for people in Tooting, try and look out for the moon at around 9.40pm - about 15 minutes after the sunsets.

According to the Met Office, sunny spells tomorrow morning will give way to clouds which by sunset could restrict your view of the Strawberry Moon. As Londoners, we know to never call a barbeque off because of a few clouds and since this full Moon is also the last supermoon of 2021, it is not one to miss.

What is the best way to see the full Moon in Tooting?

If you want to get a good view of the Strawberry Moon, somewhere on Tooting Common with less light pollution and a clear horizon where you feel safe is the best option.

If you want the best picture of the moon, make sure you keep your flash off and set your focus to 100.

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