The Moon appears to change shape each night as seen from Earth, ranging from a fully illuminated circle to only a thin crescent of light. The eight major lunar phases that are displayed throughout the 29.5-day Moon cycle are New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Third Quarter, and Waning Crescent.
Moon phases 2026: When is the next Full Moon in September? Date and city-wise timings
Mark your calendars for this year's Harvest Moon.
Published: Sep 18, 2026 | By Lakshmi Kola
Moon phases 2026: New Moon on September 11 to provide an excellent night for stargazing
The lack of moonlight will create great conditions for viewing and photographing deep-sky objects.
Published: Sep 8, 2026 | By Lakshmi Kola
Moon Phases 2026: What will the Moon look like on August 27-28?
Earth's shadow will swallow 96% of the Moon this week and turn it a deep red. Here's what to expect.
Published: Aug 24, 2026 | By Ankita Garkoti
Lunar phases 2026: What is the Moon phase on March 24?
Tonight on March 24, about 44% of the Moon's visible side will be illuminated by the Sun.
Published: Mar 24, 2026 | By Juhi Varma
Today's moon phase in Oakville
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Today's moon phase in Wichita
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Today's moon phase in Boise
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Today's moon phase in Winnipeg
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Today's moon phase in Anchorage
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Today's moon phase in Charleston
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Today's moon phase in Kansas-city
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Today's Moon phase in Albuquerque
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Today's moon phase in Surrey
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Today's moon phase in Omaha
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Today's moon phase in Virginia-beach
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Today's moon phase in Charlotte
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Today's moon phase in Mississauga
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Today's moon phase in Montreal
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