Moon phase today explained: What the Moon will look like on September 19, 2026

The Moon is now more than half illuminated as it continues towards the Full Moon. With more of the lunar surface lit up each night, there's still plenty to spot, so keep reading to find out what you might be able to see.What is today's Moon phase?As of Saturday, Sept. 19, NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker tells us the Moon is in the Waxing Gibbous phase, with 54% of its surface visible. You should be able to spot Mare Vaporum, Mare Serenitatis, and Mare Fecunditatis with the naked eye. If you have binoculars, they'll also help you see the Alphonsus Crater, Posidonius Crater, and the Mare Nectaris.