This week’s strawberry supermoon will be the lowest in the Dundee skies since 2006

Skygazers in Dundee are in for a spectacular celestial treat tonight and tomorrow, as the Strawberry Supermoon makes its appearance - hanging lower in the sky than it has since 2006.

The Moon is set to rise over the city at around 10:15pm and will set at approximately 3:25am, offering an extended window for viewing and photography - weather permitting.

The best place to catch a glimpse? Dundee Law, of course, offering panoramic views perfect for capturing the lunar glow.

This particular full Moon is not just any ordinary event - it’s part of a ‘major lunar standstill’, a rare phenomenon that occurs once every 18.6 years.

During this time, the Moon rises and sets at the most extreme points along the horizon, making it appear unusually low in the sky during full Moon phases. The next time it will hang this low again won’t be until 2043.

What is a Strawberry Moon?

Despite the name, the Moon won’t appear pink. The term “Strawberry Moon” originates from Native American and indigenous traditions, marking June’s full Moon as a signal for the ripening of wild strawberries.

According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, the naming of full Moons helped track the passage of time and changing seasons.

The reddish hue the Moon might take on is due to its position close to the horizon.

As its light passes through the thicker part of Earth’s atmosphere, shorter wavelengths (like blue) are scattered, allowing longer red wavelengths to dominate - the same effect seen during sunsets.

When can I see it?

Tuesday night is expected to offer the best conditions, with clearer skies forecast for parts of the UK. To view it, simply look east at moonrise and west at moonset.

Whether you’re a casual observer or an amateur photographer, this is a Moon you won’t want to miss.

Just remember - the chance to witness a Strawberry Supermoon this low in Dundee’s skies won’t come around again until 2043.