Moon Exactly

Next Full Moon

The next Full Moon occurs September 26, 2026 at 4:49 PM UTC. Times are computed as instants and displayed in UTC so the result is unambiguous worldwide.

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Waning Gibbous

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August 28, 2026

August 28, 2026 at 4:19 AM UTC

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September 26, 2026

24 days, 10 hours, 2 minutes

September 26, 2026 at 4:49 PM UTC

Following

October 26, 2026

October 26, 2026 at 4:12 AM UTC

What this time means

The listed instant is the exact phase alignment, not an all-day event. The Moon may look nearly full moon before and after it. Local civil dates can differ near midnight, which is why precise times use UTC.

Planning to observe

A Full Moon rises near sunset and remains bright through much of the night. Its low-relief lighting is less favorable for crater detail but excellent for seeing the lunar maria with unaided eyes.

Questions, answered

Frequently asked questions

How long until the next Full Moon?

The live countdown advances automatically toward September 26, 2026 at 4:49 PM UTC and then the following event.

Is the Full Moon at the same time everywhere?

Yes, the astronomical alignment is one instant worldwide, although local clocks and calendar dates differ.

Why is the time in UTC?

UTC avoids silently assuming a visitor’s timezone and makes exact event times comparable.