Lunar calendar
The Moon influences emotions, energy and the rhythm of life. Select dates in the calendar, follow the phases and explore their astrological meaning. Plan in harmony with the lunar cycle and feel more confident each day
October 2026
New MoonOctober 10
Full MoonOctober 26
What is the Moon like today?
The Moon is barely visible, and astrology links this time with a pause and a fresh start. The Moon in Libra often strengthens the wish for harmony, beauty and agreement. Pleasant company, shared decisions and a calm atmosphere feel especially appealing.
Current phase
New Moon
Lunar day
Day 30
Moon sign
Libra
New and full moons 2026–2027
The key points of the lunar cycle are the new moon, when the Moon is invisible, and the full moon, when it is fully lit. They are about 14.8 days apart, and the whole cycle lasts 29.53 days on average. Below are the dates and times in UTC and the sign the Moon is in at that moment.
| Month | New moon | Full moon |
|---|---|---|
| January | 18 January, 19:52 UTC · Capricorn | 3 January, 10:03 UTC · Cancer |
| February | 17 February, 12:01 UTC · Aquarius | 1 February, 22:09 UTC · Leo |
| March | 19 March, 01:24 UTC · Pisces | 3 March, 11:38 UTC · Virgo |
| April | 17 April, 11:52 UTC · Aries | 2 April, 02:12 UTC · Libra |
| May | 16 May, 20:01 UTC · Taurus | 1 May, 17:23 UTC · Scorpio31 May, 08:45 UTC · Sagittarius |
| June | 15 June, 02:54 UTC · Gemini | 29 June, 23:57 UTC · Capricorn |
| July | 14 July, 09:44 UTC · Cancer | 29 July, 14:36 UTC · Aquarius |
| August | 12 August, 17:37 UTC · Leo | 28 August, 04:19 UTC · Pisces |
| September | 11 September, 03:27 UTC · Virgo | 26 September, 16:49 UTC · Aries |
| October | 10 October, 15:50 UTC · Libra | 26 October, 04:12 UTC · Taurus |
| November | 9 November, 07:02 UTC · Scorpio | 24 November, 14:54 UTC · Gemini |
| December | 9 December, 00:52 UTC · Sagittarius | 24 December, 01:28 UTC · Cancer |
| Month | New moon | Full moon |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7 January, 20:25 UTC · Capricorn | 22 January, 12:17 UTC · Leo |
| February | 6 February, 15:56 UTC · Aquarius | 20 February, 23:24 UTC · Virgo |
| March | 8 March, 09:30 UTC · Pisces | 22 March, 10:44 UTC · Libra |
| April | 6 April, 23:51 UTC · Aries | 20 April, 22:27 UTC · Scorpio |
| May | 6 May, 10:59 UTC · Taurus | 20 May, 10:59 UTC · Scorpio |
| June | 4 June, 19:40 UTC · Gemini | 19 June, 00:45 UTC · Sagittarius |
| July | 4 July, 03:02 UTC · Cancer | 18 July, 15:45 UTC · Capricorn |
| August | 2 August, 10:05 UTC · Leo31 August, 17:41 UTC · Virgo | 17 August, 07:29 UTC · Aquarius |
| September | 30 September, 02:36 UTC · Libra | 15 September, 23:04 UTC · Pisces |
| October | 29 October, 13:37 UTC · Scorpio | 15 October, 13:47 UTC · Aries |
| November | 28 November, 03:24 UTC · Sagittarius | 14 November, 03:26 UTC · Taurus |
| December | 27 December, 20:12 UTC · Capricorn | 13 December, 16:09 UTC · Gemini |
Times are in UTC. The calendar above converts the phases to your device’s time zone, so in some countries a new or full moon may fall on the next or previous day.
Moon phases and what they mean
The lunar cycle is divided into eight phases. Astrological tradition links the waxing Moon with gathering strength and starting things, and the waning Moon with finishing, sorting out and rest.
New moon
The Moon is not visible. A time of quiet and intentions: think about what you want from the new cycle, write down plans, don’t rush into action.
Waxing crescent
A thin crescent appears. Good for first steps, gathering information and trying new things on a small scale.
First quarter
Half the disc is lit. The moment of first obstacles and decisions: what to continue and what to change while there is time.
Waxing gibbous
More and more light. Energy is rising — a time for active work, meetings and bringing what you started to a visible result.
Full moon
The Moon is fully lit. A peak of emotion and clarity: a lot becomes visible. Good for taking stock and thanking yourself for what you have done.
Waning gibbous
The light is shrinking. A time to share what you have learned, tidy up and let go of what you no longer need.
Last quarter
Half the disc is lit again. Review and completion: tie up loose ends, keep promises, make space.
Waning crescent
A thin crescent before the new moon. Rest, recovery, attention to body and sleep — getting ready for the new cycle.
The Moon in the zodiac signs
The Moon spends two to three days in each sign and goes around the whole zodiac in a month. By tradition, the Moon’s sign sets the mood of the day — a backdrop that makes some things easier and others harder.
Moon in Aries
Impulse and courage. Easy to start, harder to wait. Good for sport and quick decisions.
Moon in Taurus
Calm and a taste for simple pleasures. Good for tasks that need patience, and for self-care.
Moon in Gemini
Curiosity and conversation. Lots of talk, messages and ideas; harder to focus on one thing.
Moon in Cancer
Sensitivity and a pull towards home. Good for time with loved ones, cooking dinner, making things cosy.
Moon in Leo
Brightness and generosity. You want attention and celebration — a good day for creativity and performing.
Moon in Virgo
Practicality and order. Good for sorting out tasks, planning, health and details.
Moon in Libra
Diplomacy and beauty. A good backdrop for negotiations, dates and anything to do with aesthetics.
Moon in Scorpio
Depth and focus. Strong feelings; good for serious talks and work that needs immersion.
Moon in Sagittarius
Optimism and broad horizons. A pull towards travel, learning and new meaning.
Moon in Capricorn
Focus and responsibility. A good day for long-term plans and discipline.
Moon in Aquarius
Freedom and unconventional ideas. Good for friends, communities and experiments.
Moon in Pisces
Dreaminess and intuition. A time for rest, music, art and quiet pursuits.
How the lunar day is counted
The lunar day is the number of the day in the cycle from one new moon to the next. A lunar month has 29 or 30 days. COSMEYA counts the lunar day by the Moon’s age: the number of full days since the new moon, plus one. Each calendar date is evaluated at local noon.
Some calendars count lunar days from moonrise over a particular town. Then the number depends on the place and can differ from ours by a day — that isn’t a mistake, just a different way of counting.
How to use the moon calendar
- Tap a day in the calendar to see its phase, lunar day and Moon sign, and use the button below to open the forecast for that date.
- Flip through months with the arrows: the calendar works for any date, not just the current month.
- Look for rhythm, not rules. The moon calendar is a tradition and a guide. It helps you notice your own rhythm and choose your timing consciously — it doesn’t promise success or failure.
- Check it against yourself. If you really do sleep worse at the full moon and crave quiet at the new moon, the calendar helps you plan for it.
To see how the Moon and planets relate to your own chart, look at transits or the personal horoscope.
Questions & answers
We count the lunar day by the Moon’s age: the number of full days since the new moon, plus one. Some calendars count lunar days from moonrise — then the number depends on the town and can differ by a day.
For your device’s time zone: each day is evaluated at local noon. That is why the phase or Moon sign for one date can sometimes differ between countries.
The number of the day in the lunar cycle, from one new moon to the next — 29 or 30 days in all. By tradition, each lunar day has its own mood and themes.
Many people use the lunar rhythm as a guide: start new things while the Moon is waxing, finish them while it wanes. It is a tradition, not a proven influence; the calendar helps you notice the rhythm and choose your timing consciously.
Other systems
Each system looks at you from its own angle. Their insights add up and come together as one picture in your personal account.
