What is the current moon phase in Norfolk?

The current moon phase in Norfolk is Waxing Crescent with 12.7% illumination, on day 3.08 of the lunar cycle.

What time does the moon rise in Norfolk today?

The moon rises in Norfolk at 8:14 AM today. Moonset is at 11:51 PM.

What time is sunrise and sunset in Norfolk?

Sunrise in Norfolk is at 5:54 AM and sunset is at 8:09 PM today.

When is the next full moon in Norfolk?

The next full moon visible from Norfolk is on May 31, 2026 at 4:46 AM EDT.

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

The moon is currently at +65.3° altitude in Norfolk, above the horizon at 253.2° azimuth.

What are the stargazing conditions in Norfolk tonight?

Current stargazing conditions in Norfolk: Clear with 0% cloud cover and 10 km visibility. Humidity is 45%.

What color is the moon in Norfolk right now?

The moon in Norfolk currently appears silver-white at +65.3° 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 Norfolk?

The next lunar eclipse visible from Norfolk is a partial on August 28, 2026. Visibility from Norfolk: full.

Moon in Norfolk — Moonrise, Moonset & Phase Today

Current Phase

Waxing Crescent

Illumination: 12.7%

Lunar Day: 3.08 / 29.53

Moon Sign: ♋ Cancer

Altitude+65.3°

Azimuth253.2°

Distance362,889 km

Local Time5:55:44 PM

SkyClear

Cloud Cover0%

Visibility10 km

Humidity45%

Temperature34°C

Rise & Set Times

Moonrise8:14 AM

Moonset11:51 PM

Sunrise5:54 AM

Sunset8:09 PM

Upcoming Phases

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First Quarter

May 23, 2026 · 7:12 AM

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Full Moon · Flower Moon Micromoon

May 31, 2026 · 4:46 AM

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Last Quarter

Jun 8, 2026 · 6:01 AM

🌑

New Moon

Jun 14, 2026 · 10:55 PM

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Upcoming Lunar Eclipses

Partial Lunar Eclipse Fully Visible

Aug 28, 2026 · 12:14 AM

Penumbral Begins9:25 PM

Partial Begins10:34 PM

Partial Ends1:53 AM

Penumbral Ends3:02 AM

Magnitude: 0.930 Duration: 198 min Peak Altitude: +42.4°

Penumbral Eclipse Partially Visible

Feb 20, 2027 · 6:14 PM

Penumbral Begins4:13 PM

Penumbral Ends8:14 PM

Magnitude: -0.057 Peak Altitude: +27.2°

Penumbral Eclipse Not Visible

Jul 18, 2027 · 12:04 PM

Magnitude: -1.068

Moon in Norfolk Today

The moon over Norfolk is currently a Waxing Crescent with 12.7% illumination, on day 3.08 of the 29.53-day lunar cycle. The moon's altitude is +65.3° and azimuth is 253.2°, at a distance of 362,889 km from Earth.

Moonrise is at 8:14 AM and moonset at 11:51 PM. Sunrise is at 5:54 AM and sunset at 8:09 PM. The next major phase is the First Quarter on May 23, 2026 at 7:12 AM EDT.

Current sky conditions in Norfolk are Clear with 0% cloud cover, 10 km visibility, and 45% humidity. The temperature is 34°C (93°F).

The moon is high in the sky at +65.3°, appearing in its natural silver-white color with minimal atmospheric distortion. Moon viewing conditions are currently Excellent.

Upcoming Phases — Norfolk

Phase	Date & Time
🌓 First Quarter	May 23, 2026 at 7:12 AM EDT
🌕 Full Moon	May 31, 2026 at 4:46 AM EDT
🌗 Last Quarter	Jun 8, 2026 at 6:01 AM EDT
🌑 New Moon	Jun 14, 2026 at 10:55 PM EDT
🌓 First Quarter	Jun 21, 2026 at 5:55 PM EDT
🌕 Full Moon	Jun 29, 2026 at 7:57 PM EDT
🌗 Last Quarter	Jul 7, 2026 at 3:29 PM EDT
🌑 New Moon	Jul 14, 2026 at 5:43 AM EDT
🌓 First Quarter	Jul 21, 2026 at 7:06 AM EDT
🌕 Full Moon	Jul 29, 2026 at 10:36 AM EDT
🌗 Last Quarter	Aug 5, 2026 at 10:22 PM EDT
🌑 New Moon	Aug 12, 2026 at 1:37 PM EDT

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