First Quarter phase

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First Quarter

First Quarter: Half of the Moon Shines Bright

The first quarter phase occurs when the moon is half-illuminated, with the right side glowing brightly. This phase marks a key moment in the lunar cycle, as the moon has reached the halfway point in its journey towards fullness. The first quarter moon is a strong, dynamic presence in the sky, symbolizing growth and progress.
It serves as a reminder of the ongoing celestial dance between the Earth, the moon, and the sun.

Dates of the first quarter phase

DateEndsVisibility
Sunday, July 19, 2026Wednesday, July 22, 202635.51 ~ 64.84
Tuesday, August 18, 2026Friday, August 21, 202639.3 ~ 67.58
Wednesday, September 16, 2026Saturday, September 19, 202632.62 ~ 60.66
Friday, October 16, 2026Monday, October 19, 202634.45 ~ 62.62
Sunday, November 15, 2026Wednesday, November 18, 202635.96 ~ 64.93
Tuesday, December 15, 2026Friday, December 18, 202637.94 ~ 68.26
Wednesday, January 13, 2027Saturday, January 16, 202731.36 ~ 62.45
Friday, February 12, 2027Monday, February 15, 202735.74 ~ 68.48
Saturday, March 13, 2027Tuesday, March 16, 202731.51 ~ 64.82
Monday, April 12, 2027Wednesday, April 14, 202739.1 ~ 61.83
Tuesday, May 11, 2027Thursday, May 13, 202736.48 ~ 59.1
Wednesday, June 9, 2027Saturday, June 12, 202733.9 ~ 66.7
Thursday, July 8, 2027Sunday, July 11, 202730.93 ~ 62.9