From Mashable · Lois Mackenzie · · 40s
Moon Phase Today: October 9, 2026
October 9, 2026: A thin crescent moon visible before New Moon.
In brief
October 9, 2026: A thin crescent moon visible before New Moon. On October 9, 2026, the Moon will appear as a 2% visible waning crescent before the New Moon. Originally reported by Mashable.
Quick answers
- What's the Moon Phase Today?
- The Moon is in the waning crescent phase with 2% of its surface visible as of Friday, October 9, 2026.
- What is the key takeaway from Moon Phase Today: October 9, 2026?
- On October 9, 2026, the Moon will appear as a 2% visible waning crescent before the New Moon.
What's the Moon Phase Today?
The Moon is in the waning crescent phase with 2% of its surface visible as of Friday, October 9, 2026.
Next Full Moon Date
The next full moon occurs on October 25 or 26, depending on your timezone.
Moon Phase Explanation
The moon completes an orbit around earth in 29.5 days, changing its position relative to earth and sun to create visible lunar phases.
Here's the gist
On October 9, 2026, the Moon will appear as a 2% visible waning crescent before the New Moon.
