Moon Phase for Any Date

Discover the lunar phase, illumination, and moon age for any specific date.

About this tool

What was the phase of the moon on the day you were born? Our Moon Phase Calculator allows you to travel through time and see the lunar st...

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Moon Phase Today & Any Specific Date

What was the phase of the moon on the day you were born? Our Moon Phase Calculator allows you to travel through time and see the lunar state for any date in the past or future.

Simply enter a date to discover if the moon was a Waxing Crescent, a Full Moon, or any of the 8 distinct lunar phases. We provide details on illumination percentage, the moon's age (days since the last new moon), and the exact emoji representation for visual lovers.

How to Check the Moon Phase

1

Input a Date

Select any date from the history books or your future plans.

2

Analyze the Phase

Our engine uses mean synodic cycles to calculate the exact lunar position.

3

Discover Stats

Check the percentage of light and how many days into the cycle the moon is.

Lunar Phases FAQ

How accurate is this calculation?

We use the mean synodic month (29.53 days), which is highly accurate (+/- 1 day) for general curiosity and historical lookup.

What is 'Moon Age'?

Moon age refers to the number of days that have passed since the last New Moon.

What does 'Waxing' and 'Waning' mean?

Waxing means the illuminated part of the moon is growing larger; Waning means it is shrinking.

Astronomy for Everyone

Explore the celestial cycle with ease.

Any Date Support
Illumination Tracking
Visual Lunar Emojis