Moon Phase on October 18, 2028

On Wednesday, October 18, 2028 the moon will be a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 0.4 days old. This will be the day of the exact new moon at 02:57 UTC.

New · Moon phase

New Moon

Wednesday, October 18, 2028

Illumination0%
Moon age
0.4 days
First Quarter
in 6.7 days

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Moon Data for October 18, 2028

Phase
New Moon
Illumination
0.4%
Moon age
0.4 days
Direction
New, then waxing
Moon sign
Libra → Scorpio
Distance from Earth
360,972 km

Values are for 12:00 UTC. Illumination changes by only a few percent within a day, so they hold for the whole date almost anywhere on Earth.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on October 18, 2028, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
New Moon02:57 UTCOct 18, 2:57 AM UTC

About the New Moon

The New Moon marks the beginning of the lunar cycle. The moon is positioned between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from our perspective. This phase represents new beginnings, fresh starts, and the planting of seeds for future growth.

Spiritual Meaning

A time for setting intentions, starting new projects, and embracing fresh opportunities. The darkness invites introspection and planning for the cycle ahead.

Questions About October 18, 2028

What will the moon phase be on October 18, 2028?

On Wednesday, October 18, 2028 the moon will be a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 0.4 days into the lunar cycle.

Will there be a full moon on October 18, 2028?

No. The closest full moons will be on Tuesday, October 3, 2028 and Thursday, November 2, 2028.

Will there be a new moon on October 18, 2028?

Yes. The exact new moon will be at 02:57 UTC on October 18, 2028.

What zodiac sign will the moon be in on October 18, 2028?

The moon will move from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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