Lunar Compass: Today's Moon and Your Daily Lunar Guide
Lunar Compass is your daily check-in with the sky. When you open it, it shows you the exact phase of today's Moon, its illumination percentage, the zodiac sign it's in, and how long until the next full moon and the next new moon. Everything is calculated automatically with astronomical formulas based on your device's date and time, so you'll find something new every day.
What You'll Find Every Day
- Today's Moon: an illustration of the actual phase, its name, the percentage of light, and the energy of the sign the Moon is in, with an explanation of what that phase means in esoteric tradition.
- Daily Ritual: a simple, symbolic practice, different every day, designed for the moon phase you're in: setting intentions at the new moon, giving thanks at the full moon, tidying up and letting go as the moon wanes.
- Retrogrades Today: a traffic light that tells you whether Mercury or Venus is retrograde, until when, and what's worth reviewing during those periods.
- Lunar Calendar: the full month with each day's phase, the dates of the major moons, and special sky events, such as meteor showers or moons with their own names.
The Moon Phases in a Nutshell
The lunar cycle lasts about 29.5 days. It begins with the new moon, when we can't see it because its lit side faces the Sun; continues with the waxing crescent and the first quarter, when the right half is lit (as seen from the Northern Hemisphere); reaches the full moon, fully illuminated, and then shrinks through the waning gibbous, the last quarter, and the waning crescent, until it starts over. In esoteric tradition, the first half of the cycle is associated with beginning and growing, and the second with closing, giving thanks, and letting go.
Why Does the Moon's Sign Matter?
The Moon travels through the twelve zodiac signs in about 27 days, so it changes signs every two or three days. Astrology links it to emotions and mood: a Moon in Cancer invites home and shelter, one in Leo invites shining and self-expression, one in Capricorn invites discipline. That's why it's one of the favorite things to check to start the day.
Add It to Your Calendar and Share It
From the Moon screen you can add the next full moon and new moon to your calendar with an advance reminder, or share with friends how the Moon looks today. Lunar Compass also keeps track of how many days in a row you've checked in.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Data Accurate?
Phases and signs are calculated with approximate astronomical formulas, with a margin of a few hours. For observation and reflection, that's more than enough.
Do I Need to Sign Up?
No. Everything works in your browser, and we don't store your data on any server.
What If a Ritual Uses Candles?
Never leave them burning unattended. The rituals are symbolic, and you can adapt them to whatever you have at home.
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