Moon phase today explained: What the Moon will look like on September 8, 2026
This article explains the current lunar phase for September 8, 2026, noting that the Moon is in a waning crescent phase. It provides a guide to the eight lunar phases and explains how the Moon's position relative to the Sun dictates its appearance from Earth.
Why it matters
Understanding lunar cycles is fundamental to astronomy and helps the public track celestial events and natural phenomena.
The Moon looks like it is almost gone from the sky tonight. This is because we're only a few nights away from the New Moon, the part of the lunar cycle where the Moon is between Earth and the sun, so the side we see is dark.What is today's Moon phase?As of Tuesday, Sept. 8, NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker tells us the Moon is in Waning Crescent phase, with 10% of its surface visible. With a telescope or binoculars, tonight you should be able to catch a glimpse of the Grimaldi Basin, but that's all for tonight.When is the next Full Moon?The next Full Moon will take place on September 26.What are Moon phases?The Moon's appearance gradually changes as it travels around Earth, completing a full lunar cycle in approximately 29.5 days, NASA tells us.
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