The New Moon has occurred, which means the Moon will become increasingly larger each evening leading up to the upcoming Full Moon on April 1 in North America (April 2 in other regions of the world, based on time zones).

What is the Moon phase today?

On Friday, March 20, the Moon phase is Waxing Crescent. As per NASA’s Daily Moon Guide, 2% of the Moon will be lit tonight.

When will the next Full Moon occur?

The next Full Moon in North America is anticipated on April 1.

What are the phases of the Moon?

Nasa indicates that the Moon orbits Earth in about 29.5 days, going through eight distinct phases. We always observe the same side, yet the Sun casts light on various parts, causing it to seem full, half, or a slender crescent. These variations in shape are referred to as lunar phases, which total eight:

New Moon – The Moon is situated between the Earth and the Sun, making the side we see dark (invisible).

Waxing Crescent – A tiny crescent of light emerges on the right side (in the Northern Hemisphere).

First Quarter – The right side of the Moon is illuminated, appearing as a half-Moon.

Waxing Gibbous – More than half is lit, yet it is not completely full.

Full Moon – The whole surface of the Moon is lit and entirely visible.

Waning Gibbous – The Moon begins to dim on the right side (in the Northern Hemisphere).

Third Quarter (or Last Quarter) – Another half-Moon, but the illumination is on the left side.

Waning Crescent – A narrow crescent of light persists on the left side before it goes dark again.