How many moon phases are there?

There are eight principal phases: new moon, waxing crescent, first quarter, waxing gibbous, full moon, waning gibbous, last quarter and waning crescent.

How often is there a full moon?

A full moon occurs roughly every 29.5 days, so usually once per calendar month.

Lunar rhythm

Moon Phase Calendar

Follow the principal moon phases and the crystal that supports each one.

The moon phase calendar tracks the Moon's walk through its phases — from the new moon through the full moon to waning. Each phase carries its own character; this page shows real upcoming phases, not invented dates.

Upcoming

Upcoming moon phases

Real upcoming principal phases with a recommended crystal for each.

26
Oct
Full Moon Principal phase
Energy
Rose Quartz
1
Nov
Last Quarter
Grounding
Citrine
9
Nov
New Moon Principal phase
Calm
Black Obsidian
17
Nov
First Quarter
Energy
Amethyst
24
Nov
Full Moon Principal phase
Energy
Blue Lace Agate
1
Dec
Last Quarter
Grounding
Fluorite
9
Dec
New Moon Principal phase
Calm
Lapis Lazuli
17
Dec
First Quarter
Energy
Amethyst
24
Dec
Full Moon Principal phase
Energy
Moonstone
30
Dec
Last Quarter
Grounding
Rose Quartz
7
Jan
New Moon Principal phase
Calm
Black Tourmaline
15
Jan
First Quarter
Energy
Carnelian

FAQ

Moon phase FAQ

A moon phase is the shape of the Moon's lit portion as seen from Earth, cycling from new moon to full moon and back over roughly 29.5 days.