Moon phase tonight in Polotsk
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Moonrise & moonset in Polotsk — next 7 nights
| Night | Phase | Moonrise | Moonset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tonight | 🌓 32% | 13:23 | 21:35 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 🌓 42% | 14:45 | 21:50 |
| Thu 20 Aug | 🌓 51% | 16:05 | 22:12 |
| Fri 21 Aug | 🌓 61% | 17:16 | 22:45 |
| Sat 22 Aug | 🌔 70% | 18:13 | 23:35 |
| Sun 23 Aug | 🌔 78% | 18:53 | 00:41 |
| Mon 24 Aug | 🌔 85% | 19:19 | 01:58 |
Times local to Polotsk (Europe/Minsk). “—” 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 Polotsk, see the two-week planner on the stargazing page.
Moon FAQ for Polotsk
What is the Moon phase tonight in Polotsk?
Tonight the Moon is a First Quarter (32% illuminated) as seen from Polotsk.
What time does the Moon rise in Polotsk tonight?
The Moon rises around 13:23 and sets around 21:35 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 Polotsk?
Moon-wise, yes — at 32% illumination the sky stays fairly dark. Check the full verdict (clouds, darkness hours, planets) on the Polotsk stargazing page.
Times local to Polotsk (Europe/Minsk), computed from established astronomical models.