Astronomy

Moon phases, eclipses, seasons and stargazing, with exact dates and times. Know before you go.

Tonight's moon

First Quarter

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The Moon, Sun and seasons set the backdrop for every trip and night out. A bright full moon can wash out the Milky Way, while a new moon opens the darkest skies. Eclipses and solstices mark rare moments worth planning around. Airpult tracks the exact times so you can choose the right night before you pack your bag.

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Times below use your device time zone when available.

Explore the sky

The full lunar calendar and what each phase means.

Every solar and lunar eclipse to 2030, and how to watch safely.

Equinoxes, solstices and how day length changes.

Sky darkness scores and where to see the stars tonight.

Frequently asked questions

When is the next full moon?

The next full moon, the Hunter's Moon, falls on October 26, 2026, 9 days from now.

When is the next eclipse?

The next eclipse is a Annular Solar Eclipse on February 6, 2027, 3:59 PM, 112 days from now.

When does winter start?

Astronomical winter begins at the December solstice in the Northern Hemisphere and at the June solstice in the Southern Hemisphere. Meteorological winter uses calendar months, but the solstice is the moment days stop shortening in the north and start lengthening in the south (and the reverse six months later).