{
  "id": 11837844,
  "title": "Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on October 4, 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/moon-phase-today-what-the-moon-will-look-like-on-october-4-2026",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-10-04T04:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/science/moon-phase-today-oct-4-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "As of October 4, 2026, the Moon is currently in the Waning Crescent phase, with 42% of its surface visible to the naked eye. This phase occurs after the Third Quarter, when more than half of the Moon's visible surface is in darkness. Over the coming nights, the Moon will continue to wane as it approaches the New Moon phase.\n\nIf you gaze up at the sky tonight, you can observe several notable features. With your unaided eyes, you can spot Oceanus Procellarum, Kepler Crater, and Tycho Crater. Binoculars will allow you to see the Grimaldi Basin and Mare Humorum. And if you have access to a telescope, you'll be able to witness the Apollo 14 landing spot and the Schiller Crater.\n\nThe next Full Moon is expected to occur on October 25 or 26, depending on your time zone. For those unfamiliar, a Full Moon occurs when the entire face of the Moon is illuminated by the Sun's light. This phase is the result of the Moon's position in relation to Earth and the Sun, with the eight distinct phases resulting from the changing angles between these celestial bodies.",
  "summary": "See the Moon phase expected for October 4, 2026 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.",
  "key_points": [
    "Moon in Waning Crescent phase on October 4, 2026",
    "42% of Moon's surface visible to naked eye",
    "Full Moon expected on October 25-26"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The Moon's current Waning Crescent phase, with 42% of its surface visible, marks a transitional period before it approaches the New Moon phase, offering varied viewing opportunities with different tools.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}