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Moon phase today explained: What the Moon will look like on May 14, 2026

Mashable·Lois Mackenzie·19 days ago
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The Moon is now almost completely out of sight, with just a few days left until the New Moon. Keep reading to see what, if anything, you might be able to spot in the night sky tonight. What is today’s Moon phase? As of Thursday, May 14, the Moon phase is Waning Crescent. Tonight, 9% of the moon will be be lit up, according to NASA's Daily Moon Guide . To spot anything in the sky tonight, you’ll need either binoculars or a telescope. With the help of one, you should be able to make out the Grimaldi Basin. When is the next Full Moon? There are two Full Moons in May, with the next due to take place on May 31. What are Moon phases? According to NASA , the Moon takes about 29.5 days to complete a full orbit around Earth, moving through eight distinct phases along the way. Although we always see the same side of the Moon, the changing angle of sunlight as it orbits creates the familiar full, half, and crescent shapes.…

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