Moon phase tonight in Phalaborwa
South Africa
Moonrise & moonset in Phalaborwa — next 7 nights
| Night | Phase | Moonrise | Moonset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tonight | 🌒 26% | 09:41 | 22:20 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 🌓 36% | 10:18 | 23:16 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 🌓 45% | 10:59 | 00:11 |
| Thu 20 Aug | 🌓 55% | 11:45 | 01:07 |
| Fri 21 Aug | 🌓 64% | — | 02:01 |
| Sat 22 Aug | 🌔 73% | 12:34 | 02:52 |
| Sun 23 Aug | 🌔 81% | 13:27 | 03:40 |
Times local to Phalaborwa (Africa/Johannesburg). “—” 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 Phalaborwa, see the two-week planner on the stargazing page.
Moon FAQ for Phalaborwa
What is the Moon phase tonight in Phalaborwa?
Tonight the Moon is a Waxing Crescent (26% illuminated) as seen from Phalaborwa.
What time does the Moon rise in Phalaborwa tonight?
The Moon rises around 09:41 and sets around 22:20 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 Phalaborwa?
Moon-wise, yes — at 26% illumination the sky stays fairly dark. Check the full verdict (clouds, darkness hours, planets) on the Phalaborwa stargazing page.
Times local to Phalaborwa (Africa/Johannesburg), computed from established astronomical models.