Lunar Calendar

Easily check today’s moon phase, upcoming full moons, and past lunar events with our free Lunar Calendar tool. Accurate, real-time updates across all devices.
Updated: January 01, 2025

Looking to find out what moon phase is tonight or when the next full moon will occur? Our Lunar Calendar tool offers a user-friendly, reliable way to explore moon phases in real-time. With a modern interface and automatic updates, it’s never been easier to stay informed about the moon’s cycle.

What Is a Lunar Calendar?

A lunar calendar, sometimes called a moon calendar, is based on the phases of the moon rather than the sun. While the solar calendar tracks Earth's orbit around the sun (like the Gregorian calendar), the lunar calendar follows the moon's orbit around Earth. Discover your lunar age to connect with these traditions.

  • Each lunar month begins with a New Moon and spans around 29.5 days.
  • Lunar months are either 29 or 30 days, leading to a lunar year of approximately 354 days, which is about 11 days shorter than a solar year.
  • Cultures that follow the lunar calendar, such as the Chinese or Islamic cultures, may insert a leap month to sync with the solar calendar.

What Are the Moon Phases?

The moon goes through eight distinct phases in its roughly 29.5-day cycle, influenced by the relative positions of the sun, Earth, and moon. These moon phases are:

  1. New Moon – The moon is invisible, marking the start of the lunar month.
  2. Waxing Crescent
  3. First Quarter
  4. Waxing Gibbous
  5. Full Moon – The entire face of the moon is illuminated.
  6. Waning Gibbous
  7. Third Quarter
  8. Waning Crescent

Each phase offers unique insights and significance, especially in astrology, farming, and cultural traditions. Track time between moon phases for precise planning.

How to Use the Lunar Calendar Tool

Our Lunar Calendar tool makes moon tracking effortless. With no need for manual input, the tool delivers real-time moon phase data instantly. Just open the tool, and you’ll see:

  • Current Date and Time (based on your device’s location)
  • Tonight’s Moon Phase – Complete with a visual illustration
  • Next & Previous Moon Phases – See the dates and times of upcoming and past phases using the Date Calculator for precise scheduling.

This tool updates continuously, ensuring that you get the most accurate lunar data whenever you need it.

Real-Time Example: Today’s Moon Phase

As of Thursday, June 19, 2025, our Lunar Calendar tool displays the following lunar information:

Moon Phase: Waning Crescent

Illumination: 45%

Moon Age: 23 days old

This real-time data is powered by In-The-Sky.org and reflects the moon’s current state as viewed from Earth. Whether you're a skywatcher planning an observation session or someone interested in lunar cycles for cultural or spiritual reasons, this tool offers instant and accurate lunar insights. Plan for the next full moon with the How Long Until Calculator.

The best part? You don’t need to manually enter any details – just open the tool, and the current moon phase will be clearly presented, along with when the previous and next phases occurred and will occur.

Key Features of the Lunar Calendar Tool

  • Real-Time Moon Phase Tracking
  • Displays Current, Next, and Previous Phases
  • Clear Visual Illustrations
  • No Manual Entry Required
  • Optimized for Desktop, Tablet & Mobile
  • Completely Free – No Signups or Charges

Why Use a Lunar Calendar?

Lunar calendars are still used globally today. For example:

  • Chinese CalendarDetermines holidays like Lunar New Year and Mid-Autumn Festival. Calculate the months until these festivals for planning.
  • Islamic Hijri Calendar – Used for Ramadan and Eid
  • Jewish Calendar – Used to determine holidays like Passover
  • Hindu Calendar – Guides festival dates, fasts, and rituals

People also use lunar calendars to guide fishing, gardening, spiritual practices, and even personal routines like sleep cycles or menstrual tracking. Track days between lunar events to align activities.

FAQs

Why are lunar calendars shorter than solar calendars?

A lunar year has 354 days due to the 29.5-day cycle, whereas a solar year has 365 days. Cultures often use leap months to align lunar calendars with solar years.

Is this lunar calendar tool free?

Yes, it's 100% free. There are no paywalls or hidden fees—just open it and get the information you need.

Can I access the lunar calendar on mobile?

Absolutely! The tool is compatible with smartphones, tablets, and desktops, offering seamless performance across devices.

How often should I check the lunar calendar?

Check it daily or weekly, especially if you're planning activities like stargazing, gardening, fasting, or tracking full moons.

Whether you're curious about tonight’s moon phase, preparing for a full moon event, or aligning your schedule with lunar energy, our Lunar Calendar tool gives you everything you need. Designed for clarity, speed, and precision, it’s your go-to resource for moon phase information at any time. Embrace lunar rhythms with tools like the Lunar Age Calculator or Winter Countdown for seasonal planning.

Use it today and embrace the rhythm of the moon because time doesn’t just pass, it waxes and wanes.