Moon phase tonight
Wednesday, December 16, 2026
Moon phase on December 16
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First Quarter
47% illuminated · 7.1 days into the lunar cycle
Illumination
47%
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Next Full Moon
Dec 248d away
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Next New Moon
Jan 722d away
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Sky-watching conditions
With 47% of the moon lit, expect moderate moonlight — a strong aurora display should still be visible, but faint activity may be washed out. Check the aurora forecast for tonight's Kp index and visibility odds.