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Last Quarter Moon

Thursday, 27 July 2073 · 05:29 local in London

2073-07-27 04:29 UTC · Europe/London

Last Quarter Moon occurs at 05:29 local time in London on 27 July. 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

43°

At the exact phase

Illumination

50%

Last Quarter

Local date

27 Jul

2073

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 (43°) 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