Moon phase tonight in Stellenbosch
South Africa
Moonrise & moonset in Stellenbosch — next 7 nights
| Night | Phase | Moonrise | Moonset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tonight | 🌒 30% | 10:14 | 23:26 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 🌓 39% | 10:46 | 00:27 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 🌓 49% | 11:23 | 01:28 |
| Thu 20 Aug | 🌓 58% | 12:06 | 02:27 |
| Fri 21 Aug | 🌓 67% | — | 03:22 |
| Sat 22 Aug | 🌔 76% | 12:55 | 04:13 |
| Sun 23 Aug | 🌔 84% | 13:49 | 04:58 |
Times local to Stellenbosch (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 Stellenbosch, see the two-week planner on the stargazing page.
Moon FAQ for Stellenbosch
What is the Moon phase tonight in Stellenbosch?
Tonight the Moon is a Waxing Crescent (30% illuminated) as seen from Stellenbosch.
What time does the Moon rise in Stellenbosch tonight?
The Moon rises around 10:14 and sets around 23:26 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 Stellenbosch?
Moon-wise, yes — at 30% illumination the sky stays fairly dark. Check the full verdict (clouds, darkness hours, planets) on the Stellenbosch stargazing page.
Times local to Stellenbosch (Africa/Johannesburg), computed from established astronomical models.