Stunning image shows 'strawberry moon' phenomenon in sky over Greater Manchester
The lunar event can be seen in the sky for the first time in almost 20 years
A stunning image has shown the 'strawberry moon' phenomenon in the sky over Greater Manchester on Tuesday night (June 10).
The lowest full moon in decades began glowing over the skies of the UK for the first time in almost 20 years.
The rare lunar event appeared in an unusual position in the night sky, making it even more spectacular for those who stay up to see it and its bright orange hues.
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Pictures taken from Colliers Row Road in Bolton, looking southward, showed the burnt orange moon appearing larger as it illuminated the night sky.
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The 'Strawberry moon' is thanks to a recent astronomical phenomenon called the 'major lunar standstill'. The last time this phenomenon occurred was in 2006 – and it won't return again until 2043.
The phenomenon rose in the evening of June 10, appearing unusually low in the sky. It was set to peak in the early morning hours of June 11, with the perfect clear conditions meaning it could be seen across the UK.
While the Strawberry Moon very rarely glows red, this year's Strawberry Moon will look a little different. The full Moon will be sat very low in the southern sky and will also appear much bigger than usual – and could even glow an orange-red hue.
This is due to the effect of Earth's atmosphere and how it scatters light reaching the Moon. This is because sunlight filtered through parts of the Earth's atmosphere scatters out most of the blue light, leaving red hues to reflect off the Moon's surface.
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