ASTRONOMICAL MOON CALENDAR

The Moon on December 13, 2025

See how the Moon was actually illuminated, discover its zodiac position, and learn to separate astronomical data from symbolic interpretation.

Last quarter 34.4% Waning
Phase representation calculated by DailyZodiac at 12:00 UTC. Hourly NASA imagery is available in this first version for 2026.
Phase Last quarter 288.39° from new moon
Illumination 34.4% of the visible disk
Lunar age 23.7 days into the synodic cycle
Moon sign Libra 10.12°
TODAY'S SYMBOLIC READING

How to read Last quarter in Libra

It is a symbolic moment of simplification and release. With the Moon in Libra, this phase takes on a symbolically relational, diplomatic and harmonious tone. The combination invites you to review a choice, close what is complete and release an unhelpful habit, with particular attention to mediation, cooperation, mutual listening and rebalancing.

THE CYCLE MOMENT

The phase: Last quarter

The last quarter symbolizes review, detachment and choosing what is no longer useful. Its tension invites you to create space before the next cycle.

THE EMOTIONAL STYLE

The sign: Moon in Libra

The Moon in Libra is interpreted as relational, diplomatic and balance-oriented. Its symbolism seeks dialogue, reciprocity and harmony.

May be useful for

  • review a choice, close what is complete and release an unhelpful habit
  • mediation, cooperation, mutual listening and rebalancing

Watch for

  • cutting something off impulsively when it needs a conscious conclusion
  • indecision, people-pleasing or avoiding necessary conflict

Reflection question

What can be released without losing what you have learned? Consider it through the theme of relationships, reciprocity and balance.

This reading belongs to astrological tradition and is offered as a reflection tool. It does not describe a scientifically demonstrated causal effect of the Moon on behavior or events.

NEXT CYCLE MILESTONES

When are the next new and full moons?

Next new moon December 20, 2025, 01:44 UTC Time shown in UTC
Next full moon January 3, 2026, 10:03 UTC Time shown in UTC
MONTHLY CALENDAR

December 2025

Each day is calculated at 12:00 UTC. Hover over or focus a Moon to see its Moon sign and any ingress time into the next sign.

DATA FIRST, MEANING SECOND

How to read this page without confusing astronomy and astrology

ASTRONOMICAL MEASUREMENT

What can be calculated

Phase, illuminated percentage, waxing or waning direction, longitude and Moon sign derive from the geometry of the Sun, Moon and Earth. They are verifiable and reproducible data.

SYMBOLIC READING

What astrology interprets

Associations between lunar phases, emotions, beginnings or endings belong to astrological tradition. They can support reflection, but do not demonstrate a causal effect.

What is the terminator?

It is the line separating day and night on the lunar surface. Near it, terrain shadows are longer, making craters and mountains appear more prominent.

Why does the Moon appear to change shape?

The Moon does not change shape. We see different portions of its illuminated hemisphere as the geometry between the Sun, Earth and Moon changes.

What does waxing mean?

It means the visible illuminated fraction increases day by day toward the full moon. Waning describes the opposite path toward the new moon.