February 24, 2026

Amsterdam

52.3676° N, 4.9041° E

Waxing gibbous

53% illuminated

Good for observing surface detail along terminator line

Best viewing: 09:49 - 02:37

Next Full Moon

Worm Moon

Indicates the return of earthworms and the beginning of spring.

Learn more about Worm Moon

3/3/2026

Moon Distance from Earth

370,171,369km

Current Lunar Cycle

53.53%

Current Moon Sign

Gemini ♊

Processes feelings through communication and curiosity

May 21 - Jun 20

Current Sun Sign

Pisces ♓

The mutable water sign, ruled by Neptune

Feb 19 - Mar 20

Current Moon Phase

Waxing gibbous🌕

53% illuminated

Optimal Moon Viewing Period

Best Viewing:09:49 - 02:37

Duration:7 hours

Quality:Good for crater observation along terminator

Recommendations:

Visible most of the night
Good period for observing maria (dark areas) and mountain ranges
Medium to high magnification recommended for detail

Today's Sun Times

Rise:07:38

Set:18:09

Day length:10:31

Today's Moon Times

Rise:09:49

Set:02:37

Age:7 days