The new moon generally can't be seen, except during a solar eclipse. The moon crosses the sky with the sun during the day, and its shadow side is toward Earth. The post What is a new moon? first appeared on EarthSky.| Moon Phases | EarthSky
The July full moon, or Buck Moon, falls on July 10. It's located in the direction of the center of the Milky Way galaxy, and rides low in the sky. Why? Read here. The post July full moon – the Buck Moon – is today first appeared on EarthSky.| Moon Phases | EarthSky
As the moon circles Earth, we see different fractions of its lighted face: the changing moon phases. Here are 4 tips for understanding them. The post 4 keys to understanding moon phases first appeared on EarthSky.| Moon Phases | EarthSky
The full Wolf Moon passed in front of red Mars for some observers last night. Here are some great images of the lunar occultation of Mars. The post Lunar occultation of Mars on January 13, 2025. Images here! first appeared on EarthSky.| Moon Phases | EarthSky
A waning crescent moon can be found in the east before sunrise. It's waning toward new moon, that's when the moon will be between the Earth and the sun. The post What is a waning crescent moon? first appeared on EarthSky.| Moon Phases | EarthSky
A waxing crescent moon shines in the west after sunset, first visible a day or two after new moon with earthshine. It sets after the sun after sunset. The post What is a waxing crescent moon? first appeared on EarthSky.| Moon Phases | EarthSky
The last quarter moon appears a week after full moon and a week before new moon. The moon appears half-lit, like half a pie.| EarthSky | Updates on your cosmos and world
View at EarthSky Community Photos. | Makrem Larnaout in Sfax, Tunisia, captured this image of the moon and Thina Lighthouse on July 2, 2023. Makrem wrote: “The moon’s gentle embrace seems to merge seamlessly with the majestic beam of the Thina Lighthouse, creating a breathtaking spectacle that captivates the senses. Witnessing this celestial alignment is a reminder of the intricate wonders that exist in our world. It’s a reminder to pause, marvel, and appreciate the remarkable synchroni...| EarthSky
The full moon, opposite the sun in its orbit, shows us its sunlit side. The moon appears full a couple of days before and after the exact moment of full moon.| EarthSky | Updates on your cosmos and world
Two hours after sunset on April 23, 2024, the full moon – the Pink Moon – will glow brightly in the east below Spica, the brightest star in Virgo.April full moon| EarthSky
Graham Jones of timeanddate.com joins with Deborah Byrd of EarthSky to explain why the December 4-5 quarter moon – aka a ‘half moon’ – is more than 50% illuminated. Plus, we share some key moon dates for 2024, from the closest moon to the shortest lunar month. Original article from timeanddate.com on November 27, 2023. Reprinted with permission. Edits by EarthSky. | EarthSky
#post_excerptThe September full moon - the Harvest Moon supermoon - happens overnight on September 28-29, 2023. This full moon lies between Jupiter and Saturn.| EarthSky | Updates on your cosmos and world
Did you catch the full supermoon on August 1, 2023? If you didn’t see it, don’t worry, you have two more chances coming up! At the end of August we will have another full supermoon (which is also a blue supermoon). And September will have a supermoon, too. For now, though, enjoy the video above, or, if you prefer, these terrific pictures of the August 1 supermoon from the EarthSky community. Thanks to all who submitted!| EarthSky
This month’s full moon – called the Flower Moon – will crest at 11:56 a.m. CDT for us in the Americas on May 12. The moon will be below the horizon then for us … but that timing means the moon will look round and full to us on both May 11 and May 12. What else is special about this full moon? What’s the best way to watch a full moon, and what can you expect to see? Join EarthSky’s Deborah Byrd at 12:15 p.m. CDT (17:15 UTC) to boost your moon-watching mojo!| EarthSky
