Moon Phase Today in Washington, DC
Tonight in Washington, the moon is a Waning Gibbous at 97% illumination — day 16 of the 29.5-day lunar cycle. The next full moon is in 28 days on Sep 26.
Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States and home to the White House. Updated hourly with live lunar data.
Moon Phase Today · Washington, DC
Waning Gibbous
Waning after full moon, still brilliantly bright
Rises — · Sets 07:57 AM
7-day moonrise schedule →Illumination
97%
of surface lit
Lunar day
16
of 29.5-day cycle
Next full moon
28d
Sep 26
Moon sign
Scorpio
today's transit
56% through the lunar cycle
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Tonight's Moon Tip
Time for gratitude and sharing. Good for harvesting root vegetables. Fishing remains excellent.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the moon phase today in Washington, DC?
The moon phase today in Washington is a Waning Gibbous at 97% illumination — day 16 of the 29.5-day lunar cycle. This data is updated hourly.
What time does the moon rise tonight in Washington?
Tonight's moonrise time in Washington, DC is shown on this page, calculated from the city's exact coordinates (38.91°, -77.04°). For a full 7-day moonrise schedule, visit our Moon Rise & Set tool.
When is the next full moon in Washington?
The next full moon is in 28 days on Sep 26. Full moons are visible from everywhere on Earth, including Washington, DC. See all upcoming full moon dates on our full moon calendar.
Is the moon phase the same in Washington 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 Washington's coordinates for locally accurate times.
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