New Delhi, June 8 -- Skywatchers across the Northern Hemisphere will be treated to a celestial spectacle on Wednesday (June 11) as the Strawberry Moon - the last full moon of spring - rises in the night sky. This year, it will also be a "micro moon", appearing slightly smaller and dimmer than usual due to its distance from Earth.

The moon will reach peak illumination at 3:44 a.m. Eastern Time in the United States, though exact viewing times will vary based on location. Stargazers are advised to check local moonrise and moonset times and find a clear view of the eastern horizon for optimal viewing.

Despite its name, the Strawberry Moon doesn't refer to the moon's color. The term comes from the Algonquin tribes of northeastern North Ameri...