March 9, 2026

Amsterdam

52.3676° N, 4.9041° E

Waning gibbous

66% illuminated

Good for observing surface detail along terminator line

Best viewing: 01:03 - 08:37

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Pink Moon

Named after the pink flowers (wild ground phlox) that bloom in this month.

Learn more about Pink Moon

4/2/2026

Moon Distance from Earth

403,769,368km

Current Lunar Cycle

66.60%

Current Moon Sign

Scorpio ♏

Deep emotional intensity and psychological insight

Oct 23 - Nov 21

Current Sun Sign

Pisces ♓

The mutable water sign, ruled by Neptune

Feb 19 - Mar 20

Current Moon Phase

Waning gibbous🌕

66% illuminated

Optimal Moon Viewing Period

Best Viewing:01:03 - 08:37

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:07:09

Set:18:33

Day length:11:24

Today's Moon Times

Rise:01:03

Set:08:37

Age:20 days