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Moon Phase Today
Current moment · September 2, 2026 UTC · Calculated at the current instant.
Current lunar state
Waning Gibbous
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September 26, 2026
24 days, 10 hours, 2 minutes
September 26, 2026 at 4:49 PM UTCNext New Moon
September 11, 2026
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Astronomy
Understanding the current Waning Gibbous
More than half remains illuminated, but the visible lit fraction decreases each day. The current elongation angle is 243.3°. The Moon is about 20.5 elapsed days past the preceding New Moon, 72.5% illuminated, and currently waning.
Tradition, not science
What does the Waning Gibbous mean?
In modern astrology and some spiritual traditions, this phase is associated with gratitude, sharing, and integration. These are cultural and personal interpretations, not scientifically established effects of the Moon on behavior or outcomes.
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Frequently asked questions
What phase is the Moon today?
The Moon is currently a Waning Gibbous, 72.5% illuminated.
How old is the Moon today?
It is approximately 20.5 elapsed days past the preceding New Moon. This is not the Moon’s geological age.
Does Moon phase depend on location?
No. The phase is essentially the same worldwide at a given instant. Moonrise, moonset, and visual orientation do depend on location.
Why can another site show a slightly different number?
Calculation models, observation time, rounding, and timezone conventions can differ. Moon Exactly shows event times in UTC and keeps full precision internally.