The night sky of June 2026 brings a series of planetary conjunctions visible to the naked eye, according to portals such as Star Walk. These events occur in full seasonal transition, when the position of the Earth favors observation.
Key dates of conjunctions
For those who want to identify those bright points next to the Moon, the calendar marks these dates:
- June 7: The Moon approaches Saturn in the constellation Cetus.
- June 12: Mars appears very close to the Moon in Aries.
- June 14: Jupiter aligns with the satellite during the morning.
- June 16: Venus, the brightest, joins the Moon in Gemini.
The International Astronomical Union (IAU) clarifies that these alignments are just a game of perspective: the planets are millions of kilometers away. As outreach experts recommend,
“dawn is the best time to capture the brightness of the planets.”
Strawberry Moon: the full moon of June
The most anticipated event of the month is the Strawberry Moon, which occurs on June 29, 2026. The Moon is located in front of the Sun and is seen completely illuminated. The name, unrelated to the color of the star, comes from ancient traditions of the northern hemisphere linked to the ripening of strawberries.
From an astronomical perspective, this full moon allows you to observe details of the lunar surface with binoculars or basic telescopes. According to Star Walk, the Moon will be in the constellation of Sagittarius.
For a better experience, it is recommended to stay away from light pollution. Although the Strawberry Moon is a recurring event, each cycle varies its perigee, which influences its apparent size from Earth.




