Moon phase tonight in Heerlen
Netherlands
Moonrise & moonset in Heerlen — next 7 nights
| Night | Phase | Moonrise | Moonset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tonight | 🌓 32% | 13:39 | 22:29 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 🌓 42% | 14:54 | 22:51 |
| Thu 20 Aug | 🌓 52% | 16:06 | 23:20 |
| Fri 21 Aug | 🌓 61% | 17:11 | 00:00 |
| Sat 22 Aug | 🌔 70% | 18:06 | 00:51 |
| Sun 23 Aug | 🌔 78% | 18:49 | 01:53 |
| Mon 24 Aug | 🌔 86% | 19:21 | 03:04 |
Times local to Heerlen (Europe/Amsterdam). “—” 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 Heerlen, see the two-week planner on the stargazing page.
Moon FAQ for Heerlen
What is the Moon phase tonight in Heerlen?
Tonight the Moon is a First Quarter (32% illuminated) as seen from Heerlen.
What time does the Moon rise in Heerlen tonight?
The Moon rises around 13:39 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 Heerlen?
Moon-wise, yes — at 32% illumination the sky stays fairly dark. Check the full verdict (clouds, darkness hours, planets) on the Heerlen stargazing page.
Times local to Heerlen (Europe/Amsterdam), computed from established astronomical models.