What is today’s moon phase? As of Sunday, June 22, the moon phase is Waning Crescent. In this phase, the moon is only very slightly lit, especially tonight.

A full moon occurs when Earth is between the Sun and the Moon. The Moon's orbit causes different phases, including full moons. Full moons have traditional names, like the Sturgeon Moon.

This year's next Full Moon will be the August Sturgeon Moon, which occurs at 3:55 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025.

The phases of the Moon in July 2025 The images below show the day-by-day phases of the Moon in July. The Full Moon this month will be on Thursday, July 10.

Because the moon’s cycles are known to influence natural phenomena like the tides, many people believe that lunar phases also influence human emotions, behaviors, and health. Learn what research ...

The dark skies during a new moon provide ideal conditions for spotting skywatching targets that would otherwise be outshined by moonlight.

Learn what to do and, importantly, what not to do on a full moon to best harness the energy of this moon phase, according to astrologers.

Find out what's up in your night sky during July 2025 and how to see it in this Space.com stargazing guide.