When does the moon rise tonight, and where? Enter a location to get moonrise and moonset times, the compass direction and how full the moon is for the next 30 days. Full moon rising at dusk is one of the classic landscape shots; a moonless night is what you want for the Milky Way.
Times are computed in your browser for your chosen time zone.
How to use the Moonrise & Moonset Calculator
- Enter coordinates or use your location.
- Pick a start date (defaults to today).
- Rows highlighted are near full moon.
FAQ
Why does the moon rise about 50 minutes later each day?
It moves about 13° east along its orbit every day, so Earth has to turn a little farther to bring it back to the horizon.
What's the best day for moonrise photos?
The day before full moon: the moon rises before sunset, so the landscape is still lit.
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