New Moon
9 Dec 2026 · 05:52 Asia/Karachi
New Moon occurs at this calculated geocentric instant. The phase is worldwide; whether the Moon is above your horizon depends on your observing location.
Worldwide phase; local horizon varies. Check the Moon’s local altitude and the weather before planning an observation.
Make a plan
Choose a safe location, check your horizon, and write down what you hope to see. For lunar detail, the terminator often shows more relief than the fully illuminated disk.
Calculated using Astronomy Engine. Event instant: 2026-12-09T00:52:31.284Z