Moon Phase Today in Kolkata, India
Tonight in Kolkata, the moon is a Waxing Gibbous at 67% illumination — day 8 of the 29.5-day lunar cycle. The next full moon is in 6 days on Oct 26.
Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal and a major cultural centre of India. Updated hourly with live lunar data.
Moon Phase Today · Kolkata, India
Waxing Gibbous · Dashami
More than half lit, building toward full brightness
Rises 01:23 PM · Sets 12:51 AM
7-day moonrise schedule →Illumination
67%
of surface lit
Lunar day
8
of 29.5-day cycle
Next full moon
6d
Oct 26
Moon sign
Capricorn
today's transit
30% through the lunar cycle
🕉️ Panchang — Hindu Lunar Calendar
Tithi
Shukla Dashami
Lunar day 10 of the fortnight — each tithi spans 12° of Moon–Sun elongation.
Paksha
Shukla Paksha
The waxing (bright) half of the lunar month, from new moon to full moon.
Nakshatra
Shravana
The lunar mansion the Moon occupies — one of 27 sidereal star sectors.
Masa
Kartika
The Hindu lunar month, named for the Sun's zodiac sign at the new moon.
Yoga
Shula
A Sun-plus-Moon longitude combination — one of 27, each with its own nature.
Karana
Taitila
Half of a tithi — one of 11 karanas that cycle through the month.
Ritu
Sharad
The Hindu season (Autumn) — one of six, each spanning two lunar months.
Vara
Mangalavara
The Vedic weekday (Tuesday), each governed by a planetary lord.
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Tonight's Moon Tip
Momentum is high. Refine your plans and stay focused. Excellent fishing days as tidal influence peaks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the moon phase today in Kolkata, India?
The moon phase today in Kolkata is a Waxing Gibbous at 67% illumination — day 8 of the 29.5-day lunar cycle. This data is updated hourly.
What time does the moon rise tonight in Kolkata?
Tonight's moonrise time in Kolkata, India is shown on this page, calculated from the city's exact coordinates (22.57°, 88.36°). For a full 7-day moonrise schedule, visit our Moon Rise & Set tool.
When is the next full moon in Kolkata?
The next full moon is in 6 days on Oct 26. Full moons are visible from everywhere on Earth, including Kolkata, India. See all upcoming full moon dates on our full moon calendar.
Is the moon phase the same in Kolkata as everywhere else?
Yes — the moon phase (New Moon, Full Moon, etc.) is identical worldwide. What differs by location is the exact moonrise and moonset time. This page uses Kolkata's coordinates for locally accurate times.
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