Moon Phase on Sunday, October 31, 2027

Times use New York, NY (America/New_York) unless noted.

Phase
Waxing Crescent
Illumination
5%
Moon age
2.1 days
Moonrise
9:53 AM
Moonset
6:58 PM

Times on this page are for New York, NY (EDT) unless noted. Phase and illumination are calculated for 12:00 PM local time with astronomy-engine.

The Moon is a waxing crescent moon on Sunday, October 31, 2027, with 5% of its disk lit. It follows the Sun across the sky by a few hours, so look for it low in the west after sunset. In New York, NY it rises at 9:53 AM and sets at 6:58 PM.

A waxing crescent moon (5% lit) hangs in the morning sky on Sunday, October 31, 2027. In the first few days after New Moon, you may notice earthshine: a faint glow on the Moon's dark part, caused by sunlight reflected off Earth.

Viewing tips

Look west in the hour after sunset. The thin crescent and earthshine make a beautiful photo above a silhouetted horizon. With a crescent this slim, the sky is still dark enough later in the night for faint stars.

The next major phase is the First Quarter on November 6 at 4:00 AM EDT, 6 days from now.

The next full moon is the Beaver Moon on Saturday, November 13, 2027. See the Beaver Moon page for times in every US time zone.

FAQ

What is the moon phase on Sunday, October 31, 2027?
On Sunday, October 31, 2027, the Moon is a waxing crescent moon, about 5% illuminated and 2.1 days old (calculated for 12:00 PM, EDT).
What time does the Moon rise on October 31 in New York, NY?
In New York, NY, moonrise is at 9:53 AM and moonset at 6:58 PM (EDT). Open the city moonrise page for other locations.
When is the next full moon after October 31?
The next full moon is the Beaver Moon on Saturday, November 13, 2027 at 10:26 PM EDT.

Nearby days

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