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Waxing Crescent Moon Visible on March 21, 2026
Summary
On March 21, 2026, the Moon will be in its Waxing Crescent phase, with approximately 12% illumination, as it progresses toward the next Full Moon on April 1.
On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the Moon will be in its Waxing Crescent phase, with approximately 12% of its surface illuminated. This phase occurs a few days after the New Moon, as the visible portion of the Moon increases. The Moon will rise at 8:14 AM and set at 10:31 PM in Los Angeles, California, providing ample opportunity for observation. The next Full Moon is expected on April 1, 2026. The Moon's phases result from its 29.5-day orbit around Earth, during which varying portions of its surface are illuminated by the Sun.