Today's moon phase
See how the Moon looks today: its exact phase, its illumination percentage, the sign it's in, and how long until the next full moon and the next new moon.
By Roberto Rodriguez · Updated
The Eight Phases of the Moon
New moon, waxing crescent, first quarter, waxing gibbous, full moon, waning gibbous, last quarter, and waning crescent. The full cycle lasts about 29.5 days. In esoteric tradition, the waxing Moon invites you to begin and the waning Moon to let go.
Why Does the Moon's Sign Matter?
The Moon changes signs every two and a half days and, according to astrology, colors the collective mood. If you want to know which sign the Moon was in when you were born, calculate your moon sign.
What You'll See in This Tool
The tool calculates the Moon's real position at the moment you open the page: its exact phase, the percentage of its surface that is illuminated, the zodiac sign it is transiting, and the days left until the next new and full moons. The astronomical calculations run in your browser, so the result updates every time you visit.
How Each Phase Influences You, According to Tradition
- New moon: a time to plant intentions and begin.
- Waxing crescent: a time to build and take concrete steps.
- First quarter: time to overcome obstacles and make decisions.
- Waxing gibbous: refine and perfect.
- Full moon: culmination, clarity, and gratitude.
- Waning gibbous: share and pass on what you've learned.
- Last quarter: review and release what no longer serves you.
- Balsamic moon: rest and prepare for the new cycle.
The Moon's Sign Matters
The Moon rules the emotions, and the sign it transits colors the mood of the day: in Aries energy is activated, in Taurus enjoyment, in Gemini conversation, in Cancer all things home and family, and so on. Also, if you know your own moon sign, you can see how it relates to today's. Check out the daily ritual, the full lunar calendar, and the article on the November 2026 lunar calendar. Lunar influence is a symbolic tradition and does not replace professional advice.
Frequently asked questions
Is the phase the same all over the world?
Yes, the phase is the same; only the local time of each phase changes.
How accurate is it?
It's calculated with astronomical formulas based on your device's date and time, with a margin of a few hours.
When is the next full moon?
The tool shows you how many days and hours are left.
Portal Místico readings are symbolic and for entertainment purposes only. They are not a substitute for professional advice.