Phases of the Moon - Moon: NASA Science
Oct 4, 2017 · As the bright parts of the Moon appear to change shape during the month, each stage of the change is called a phase, and each phase carries its own name. This chart shows …
Daily Moon Guide | Observe – Moon: NASA Science
NASA's interactive map for observing the Moon each day of the year.
Super Blue Moons: Your Questions Answered – Moon: NASA Science
Aug 17, 2023 · Will the Moon be blue? No, that’s just the term for two full moons in a month. Is the Moon ever blue? On rare occasions, tiny particles in the air ― typically of smoke or dust ― …
The Next Full Moon is a Supermoon; the Sturgeon Moon
Aug 1, 2023 · The full Moon after next will be Wednesday night, August 30, 2023, at appearing opposite the Sun (in Earth-based longitude) at 9:36 PM EDT. This full Moon will be the second …
Glossary - Moon: NASA Science
A new moon occurs in a syzygy wherein the order of alignment in space is Sun-Moon-Earth. The Moon is exactly aligned with the Sun, as measured in celestial longitude, though it may …
Teachable Moment: What's a Supermoon and Just How Super is It?
Nov 30, 2017 · Your students may have noticed that when they see a full moon low on the horizon, it appears huge and then seems to shrink as it rises into the night sky. This can …
Lunar Science and Exploration Highlights: Recent Updates
Aug 1, 2024 · Laser Instrument on NASA’s LRO Successfully ‘Pings’ Indian Moon Lander. Shrinking Moon Causing Moonquakes and Faults Near Lunar South Pole. NASA’s LRO …
Live Stream the November 8 Lunar Eclipse – Moon: NASA Science
On November 8, 2022, the Moon passed fully into Earth's shadow and produced a total lunar eclipse. Totality took place between 5:17 a.m. and 6:42 a.m. EST (10:17 and 11:42 UTC), with …
Lunar Science and Exploration Highlights: 2023 - Moon: NASA …
Sep 19, 2023 · 2023 has been a big year for the Moon. Here are a few highlights: How Data from NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter is Preparing Artemis Astronauts. Return to the Moon …
The Next Full Moon is the Hunter's Moon – Moon: NASA Science
Oct 17, 2018 · The next full Moon will be on Wednesday mid-day, October 24, 2018, appearing "opposite" the Sun (in Earth-based longitude) at 12:45 PM EDT. The Moon will appear full for …