Last Quarter Moon
Sunday, 18 May 2036 · 09:40 local in London
2036-05-18 08:40 UTC · Europe/London
Last Quarter Moon occurs at 09:40 local time in London on 18 May. 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
18°
At the exact phase
Illumination
50%
Last Quarter
Local date
18 May
2036
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
Above the horizon (18°) at the exact moment.
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 09:40 local · orientation schematic
Next moonrise
02:40
Next moonset
12:15