Moon Phase Today in Cape Town, South Africa
Tonight in Cape Town, the moon is a Waning Gibbous at 69% illumination — day 20 of the 29.5-day lunar cycle. The next full moon is in 24 days on Nov 24.
Cape Town, a coastal city beneath Table Mountain and the legislative capital of South Africa. Updated hourly with live lunar data.
Moon Phase Today · Cape Town, South Africa
Waning Gibbous
Waning after full moon, still brilliantly bright
Rises 01:04 AM · Sets 10:06 AM
7-day moonrise schedule →Illumination
69%
of surface lit
Lunar day
20
of 29.5-day cycle
Next full moon
24d
Nov 24
Moon sign
Capricorn
today's transit
69% 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 Cape Town, South Africa?
The moon phase today in Cape Town is a Waning Gibbous at 69% illumination — day 20 of the 29.5-day lunar cycle. This data is updated hourly.
What time does the moon rise tonight in Cape Town?
Tonight's moonrise time in Cape Town, South Africa is shown on this page, calculated from the city's exact coordinates (-33.92°, 18.42°). For a full 7-day moonrise schedule, visit our Moon Rise & Set tool.
When is the next full moon in Cape Town?
The next full moon is in 24 days on Nov 24. Full moons are visible from everywhere on Earth, including Cape Town, South Africa. See all upcoming full moon dates on our full moon calendar.
Is the moon phase the same in Cape Town 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 Cape Town's coordinates for locally accurate times.
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