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Last Quarter Moon

Thursday, 9 December 2123 · 21:35 local in London

2123-12-09 21:35 UTC · Europe/London

Last Quarter Moon occurs at 21:35 local time in London on 9 December. 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

-21°

At the exact phase

Illumination

50%

Last Quarter

Local date

9 Dec

2123

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