The Moon's phases are caused by changing amounts of sunlight reflecting off its surface as it orbits Earth. Lunar eclipses happen during a Full Moon when Earth is between the Sun and Moon. Solar ...

Today, Oct. 21, 2025, the moon is 30 days old and is in the New Moon phase of its lunar cycle. It is 0% illuminated.

While orbiting Earth, the moon undergoes a series of phases, each marked by its unique appearance in the sky The moon has captivated humanity since the beginning of time, but what deeper significance ...

It might look full, but the moon isn't at 100% illumination tonight. We still have a few days to go, but that doesn't make tonight's moon any less exciting. Keep reading to find out what's happening ...

The first super full moon of the year is coming soon, and will be a special one for those living in the Northern Hemisphere ‒ it will also be what is known as a "harvest moon." This visual spectacular ...

Join us on a guided tour of August's moon through all four major lunar phases. The ever-shifting phases of Earth's moon present a wealth of targets for amateur astronomers to explore, ranging from ...

Editor's note: The September 2025 total lunar eclipse put on a spectacular show, dazzling stargazers with a mesmerizing display of orbital mechanics that briefly turned the moon blood red as Earth's ...