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Moon Phase Guide

Current lunar phase, illumination, zodiac sign, and eclipse alerts.

29.5-Day Cycle
Zodiac Sign
Eclipse Alerts

The Cycle

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Waxing builds • Waning releases

29.5 days from new to new

The Moon spends ~2.5 days in each zodiac sign.

Lunar Cycle

The Eight Phases

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New Moon

Beginnings • intention • stillness

1–49%

Waxing Crescent

Momentum • attraction • growth

50%

First Quarter

Action • obstacles • commitment

51–99%

Waxing Gibbous

Refinement • patience • trust

100%

Full Moon

Manifestation • completion • release

99–51%

Waning Gibbous

Gratitude • sharing • wisdom

50%

Last Quarter

Release • banishing • clearing

49–1%

Waning Crescent

Rest • reflection • preparation

Timing Strategy

Lunar Wisdom

Power Days

New and Full Moons carry amplified energy.

Waxing vs Waning

Waxing builds and attracts; waning releases.

Zodiac Color

The Moon's sign colors your intuitive work.

Timing is optimization, not law. Intent trumps phase.

Practical Application

Working with the Moon

Waxing Moon

  • • Manifestation
  • • Attraction spells
  • • Growth rituals

Waning Moon

  • • Banishing
  • • Release work
  • • Breaking habits

Full Moon

  • • Peak power
  • • Divination
  • • Major workings

New Moon

  • • Setting intentions
  • • Fresh starts
  • • Quiet reflection

Advanced Timing

Void of Course Moon

  • What it is: The period between the Moon's last major aspect and entry into the next sign.
  • Duration: Can last from minutes to an entire day.
  • Effects: New ventures may falter; existing work continues fine.
Best for: meditation, rest, routine tasks. Avoid: starting new projects, important decisions, initiations.