Moon Enters Waxing Crescent Phase on March 20, 2026
On March 20, 2026, the Moon enters its Waxing Crescent phase, marking the beginning of its visible growth towards the next Full Moon.
On Friday, March 20, 2026, the Moon enters its Waxing Crescent phase, with approximately 5.87% of its surface illuminated. This phase follows the New Moon and signifies the start of the lunar cycle's visible portion.
The Moon's phases result from its 29.5-day orbit around Earth, during which varying portions of its sunlit side become visible. The primary phases include New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, and Last Quarter, with intermediate phases like Waxing Crescent and Waxing Gibbous occurring as the Moon transitions between these stages.
The next Full Moon is expected on April 1, 2026, in North America. Observers can anticipate the Moon's gradual increase in illumination each night leading up to this date.