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Live lunar phase, illumination, rise/set times, and upcoming Moon events.
Waning Crescent
17% illuminated
2026-05-13
Ahmedabad, India
Location changes coming later
Moonrise
03:07
Moonset
15:40
Transit
09:20
Next full moon
May 31, 2026, 08:45 UTC
Next new moon
May 16, 2026, 20:01 UTC
Photography score
7/10
Beginner explanation
Waning Crescent means about 17% of the Moon's near side is illuminated from Earth's perspective. Use the shadow line, called the terminator, to find the strongest surface contrast.
Viewing advice
Crescent phases are beginner-friendly because the terminator makes craters and lunar relief easier to see.
Primary Moon phases from USNO, shown in UTC.
New Moon
May 16, 2026, 20:01 UTC
First Quarter
May 23, 2026, 11:11 UTC
Full Moon
May 31, 2026, 08:45 UTC
Last Quarter
Jun 8, 2026, 10:00 UTC
New Moon
Jun 15, 2026, 02:54 UTC
First Quarter
Jun 21, 2026, 21:55 UTC
Full Moon
Jun 29, 2026, 23:56 UTC
Last Quarter
Jul 7, 2026, 19:29 UTC
Photography score
7
out of 10
Moon data is calculated from USNO Astronomical Applications. Times are shown for the selected/default location.