Moon Phase Calendar Viewer

Track lunar cycles in real-time with our interactive moon phase calendar. Perfect for astronomers, gardeners, and spiritual practitioners.

Current Moon Phase

Waxing Crescent

24% Illuminated

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Next Full Moon: July 5, 2025

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Moon Phase Legend

New Moon
Waxing Crescent
First Quarter
Waxing Gibbous
Full Moon
Waning Gibbous
Last Quarter
Waning Crescent

Understanding Moon Phases

What is a Moon Phase Calendar?

A moon phase calendar visually represents the lunar cycle, showing how the Moon appears from Earth over approximately 29.5 days. This cycle includes eight distinct phases: New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, and Waning Crescent.

Our interactive calendar provides real-time tracking of these phases, allowing you to plan activities based on lunar cycles.

Practical Applications

  • Gardening: Many gardeners plant according to moon phases, believing root and leaf growth are influenced by the lunar cycle
  • Fishing & Hunting: Animals are believed to be more active during certain moon phases
  • Astronomy: Plan stargazing sessions around new moons when skies are darkest
  • Photography: Capture stunning moon photos by knowing exactly when full moons occur
  • Spiritual Practices: Many traditions use moon phases for meditation, manifestation, and ritual planning

Benefits of Tracking Moon Phases

  • Understand tidal patterns for coastal activities
  • Plan events and activities around optimal moonlight conditions
  • Gain insight into natural rhythms and cycles
  • Enhance your connection with nature's cycles
  • Support scientific curiosity and astronomy education

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is this moon phase calendar?

Our calendar uses precise astronomical algorithms to calculate moon phases, with accuracy to within a few minutes. All data is generated in real-time based on your current location and time settings.

Can I see moon phase data for past or future dates?

Yes! Use the navigation buttons above the calendar to move between months and years. Our calendar supports dates from 1900 to 2100.

Do moon phases affect human behavior?

While many cultures have traditions connecting moon phases to human behavior, scientific evidence for this connection is limited. Some studies suggest slight correlations with sleep patterns, but more research is needed.

How does the moon affect tides?

The moon's gravitational pull creates tidal bulges on Earth, causing high and low tides. The strongest tides (spring tides) occur during new and full moons when the Sun and Moon align.