Moon phase tonight in Benin City
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Moonrise & moonset in Benin City — next 7 nights
| Night | Phase | Moonrise | Moonset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tonight | 🌒 24% | 11:08 | 22:29 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 🌓 34% | 11:57 | 23:12 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 🌓 43% | — | 23:58 |
| Thu 20 Aug | 🌓 53% | 12:48 | 00:46 |
| Fri 21 Aug | 🌓 62% | 13:39 | 01:36 |
| Sat 22 Aug | 🌔 71% | 14:31 | 02:28 |
| Sun 23 Aug | 🌔 79% | 15:22 | 03:20 |
Times local to Benin City (Africa/Lagos). “—” means the Moon doesn't rise or set during that calendar night.
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 — see the full moon calendar for the year's dates and names. For the darkest upcoming nights in Benin City, see the two-week planner on the stargazing page.
Moon FAQ for Benin City
What is the Moon phase tonight in Benin City?
Tonight the Moon is a Waxing Crescent (24% illuminated) as seen from Benin City.
What time does the Moon rise in Benin City tonight?
The Moon rises around 11:08 and sets around 22:29 local time. Moonrise shifts roughly 30–60 minutes later each night — the 7-night table on this page has the exact times.
When is the next full Moon?
The next full Moon — the Sturgeon Moon — is on Friday 28 August; the next new Moon is on Friday 11 September.
Is tonight good for stargazing in Benin City?
Moon-wise, yes — at 24% illumination the sky stays fairly dark. Check the full verdict (clouds, darkness hours, planets) on the Benin City stargazing page.
Times local to Benin City (Africa/Lagos), computed from established astronomical models.