Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on August 20
See the Moon phase expected for August 20, 2026 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.
The Moon will be in its First Quarter phase tonight, August 20, 2023, with 52% of its surface illuminated. This means that half of the Moon's visible side will be lit up. During this phase, the Mares Crisium, Tranquillitatis, and Fecunditatis can be seen with the naked eye. Binoculars will allow you to spot the Endymion Crater, Posidonus Crater, and the Mare Nectaris.
A telescope can help you see the Apollo 17 landing sites, the Rima Hyginus, and the Descartes Highlands. The next Full Moon is scheduled for August 28. The Moon's appearance changes over a 29.5-day period due to its orbit around Earth, which affects how much of the illuminated side is visible from our perspective.
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