What is the current moon phase in Blacktown?

The current moon phase in Blacktown is Waning Crescent with 9.3% illumination, on day 26.60 of the lunar cycle.

What time does the moon rise in Blacktown today?

The moon rises in Blacktown at 3:21 AM today. Moonset is at 2:58 PM.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Blacktown?

Sunrise in Blacktown is at 6:40 AM and sunset is at 5:04 PM today.

When is the next full moon in Blacktown?

The next full moon visible from Blacktown is on May 31, 2026 at 6:46 PM AEST.

What is the moon's altitude in Blacktown right now?

The moon is currently at +29.6° altitude in Blacktown, above the horizon at 307.6° azimuth.

What are the stargazing conditions in Blacktown tonight?

Current stargazing conditions in Blacktown: Partly Cloudy with 27% cloud cover and 11 km visibility. Humidity is 57%.

What color is the moon in Blacktown right now?

The moon in Blacktown currently appears slightly warm at +29.6° altitude. This color is caused by Rayleigh scattering — the same atmospheric effect that makes sunsets orange and red.

When is the next lunar eclipse visible from Blacktown?

The next lunar eclipse visible from Blacktown is a partial on August 28, 2026. Visibility from Blacktown: none.

Moon in Blacktown — Moonrise, Moonset & Phase Today

Current Phase

Waning Crescent

Illumination: 9.3%

Lunar Day: 26.60 / 29.53

Moon Sign: ♈ Aries

Altitude+29.6°

Azimuth307.6°

Distance368,405 km

Local Time12:15:08 PM

SkyPartly Cloudy

Cloud Cover27%

Visibility11 km

Humidity57%

Temperature19°C

Rise & Set Times

Moonrise3:21 AM

Moonset2:58 PM

Sunrise6:40 AM

Sunset5:04 PM

Upcoming Phases

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New Moon

May 17, 2026 · 6:02 AM

🌓

First Quarter

May 23, 2026 · 9:12 PM

🌕

Full Moon · Flower Moon Micromoon

May 31, 2026 · 6:46 PM

🌗

Last Quarter

Jun 8, 2026 · 8:01 PM

Moon Calendar — May 2026

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Upcoming Lunar Eclipses

Partial Lunar Eclipse Not Visible

Aug 28, 2026 · 2:14 PM

Magnitude: 0.930 Duration: 198 min

Penumbral Eclipse Not Visible

Feb 21, 2027 · 10:14 AM

Magnitude: -0.057

Penumbral Eclipse Fully Visible

Jul 19, 2027 · 2:04 AM

Penumbral Begins1:58 AM

Penumbral Ends2:09 AM

Magnitude: -1.068 Peak Altitude: +62.1°

Moon in Blacktown Today

The moon over Blacktown is currently a Waning Crescent with 9.3% illumination, on day 26.60 of the 29.53-day lunar cycle. The moon's altitude is +29.6° and azimuth is 307.6°, at a distance of 368,405 km from Earth.

Moonrise is at 3:21 AM and moonset at 2:58 PM. Sunrise is at 6:40 AM and sunset at 5:04 PM. The next major phase is the New Moon on May 17, 2026 at 6:02 AM AEST.

Current sky conditions in Blacktown are Partly Cloudy with 27% cloud cover, 11 km visibility, and 57% humidity. The temperature is 19°C (66°F).

At +29.6° altitude, the moon appears slightly warm with a slight atmospheric warming. Moon viewing conditions are currently Excellent.

Upcoming Phases — Blacktown

Phase	Date & Time
🌑 New Moon	May 17, 2026 at 6:02 AM AEST
🌓 First Quarter	May 23, 2026 at 9:12 PM AEST
🌕 Full Moon	May 31, 2026 at 6:46 PM AEST
🌗 Last Quarter	Jun 8, 2026 at 8:01 PM AEST
🌑 New Moon	Jun 15, 2026 at 12:55 PM AEST
🌓 First Quarter	Jun 22, 2026 at 7:55 AM AEST
🌕 Full Moon	Jun 30, 2026 at 9:57 AM AEST
🌗 Last Quarter	Jul 8, 2026 at 5:29 AM AEST
🌑 New Moon	Jul 14, 2026 at 7:43 PM AEST
🌓 First Quarter	Jul 21, 2026 at 9:06 PM AEST
🌕 Full Moon	Jul 30, 2026 at 12:36 AM AEST
🌗 Last Quarter	Aug 6, 2026 at 12:22 PM AEST

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