Moon phase tonight in Tauranga
New Zealand
Waning Crescent
18% illuminated
Moonrise
03:51
Moonset
12:41
Next full Moon
Wednesday 29 July
Next new Moon
Tuesday 14 July
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. For the darkest upcoming nights in Tauranga, see the two-week planner on the stargazing page.
Moon FAQ for Tauranga
What is the Moon phase tonight in Tauranga?
Tonight the Moon is a Waning Crescent (18% illuminated) as seen from Tauranga.
What time does the Moon rise in Tauranga tonight?
The Moon rises around 03:51 and sets around 12:41 local time.
When is the next full Moon?
The next full Moon is on Wednesday 29 July; the next new Moon is on Tuesday 14 July.
Times local to Tauranga (Pacific/Auckland), computed from established astronomical models.