Today, July 26, 2025, the moon is 2 days old and is in the Waxing Crescent phase of its lunar cycle. It is 4% illuminated.

A total lunar eclipse happens when Earth blocks sunlight. The moon passes through Earth’s darkest shadow, called the umbra.

In a rare skywatching treat, you can see August's full Sturgeon Moon rise soon after sunset on both Saturday, Aug. 9 and ...

A lunar eclipse is characterized by three phases: the penumbral phase, partiality and totality. During the penumbral phase — Latin for “almost shadow” — the moon dims as it enters Earth ...

This year's March blood moon during the total lunar eclipse will give way to the Ides of March on the 15th, lead into St. Patrick's Day on the 17th, followed by the first day of spring on the 20th.

Explore why the moon may appear red in the U.S. tonight. Learn the science behind the celestial event involving the bright ...

A full moon is a lunar phase that occurs when the sun, Earth and the moon are aligned, and the side of the moon facing Earth is as close to being fully illuminated by the sun as possible.

This year's March blood moon during the total lunar eclipse will give way to the Ides of March on the 15th, lead into St. Patrick's Day on the 17th, followed by the first day of spring on the 20th.