Moon Phase Calculator

What is Moon Phase Calculator?

Shows the current moon phase, illumination percentage, moonrise/moonset times, and upcoming lunar events. Pick any date to see its lunar cycle — handy for photographers, gardeners, and stargazers.

How to use

1. Today's moon phase and illumination percentage are shown as soon as you open the page.
2. Select any date using the date picker to see the moon phase for that specific day.
3. Check the upcoming phases panel to see when the next full moon, new moon, and quarter phases occur.

Result

A landscape photographer planning a night shoot on March 15 opens Moon Phase Calculator, selects the date, and sees it will be a waxing gibbous at 82% illumination — perfect conditions for moonlit scenery with enough ambient light.

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