Moon phase tonight in Basel
Switzerland
Waning Crescent
17% illuminated
Moonrise
02:00
Moonset
17:39
Next full Moon
Wednesday 29 July
Next new Moon
Tuesday 14 July
A new Moon is the best time for stargazing — with no moonlight, faint stars, the Milky Way and meteor showers all show far better. A full Moon is beautiful but floods the sky with light. For the darkest upcoming nights in Basel, see the two-week planner on the stargazing page.
Moon FAQ for Basel
What is the Moon phase tonight in Basel?
Tonight the Moon is a Waning Crescent (17% illuminated) as seen from Basel.
What time does the Moon rise in Basel tonight?
The Moon rises around 02:00 and sets around 17:39 local time.
When is the next full Moon?
The next full Moon is on Wednesday 29 July; the next new Moon is on Tuesday 14 July.
Times local to Basel (Europe/Zurich), computed from established astronomical models.