Last Quarter Moon
Sunday, 3 March 2024 · 15:24 local in London
2024-03-03 15:24 UTC · Europe/London
Last Quarter Moon occurs at 15:24 local time in London on 3 March. Half of the visible disc is lit on the opposite side from first quarter. Morning observers get the best view of the terminator.
Moon altitude
-52°
At the exact phase
Illumination
50%
Last Quarter
Local date
3 Mar
2024
Viewing tips
- Best viewing is after midnight and into the morning.
- The terminator favours craters on the opposite side from first quarter.
- Twilight can still give a pleasing low-contrast view.
Visibility, honestly
Below the horizon at the exact moment — look near moonrise or moonset.
A phase is a global instant; whether it is above your horizon depends on location. Weather is not included here. Check the tonight outlook for cloud cover and a viewing score. No eclipse or conjunction claim is made on this page.
Phase times from Astronomy Engine. Rise/set and altitude use atmospheric refraction. Method
Last Quarter · 50% lit
Phase at 15:24 local · orientation schematic
Next moonrise
03:12
Next moonset
09:51