ASTRONOMICAL MOON CALENDAR

The Moon on April 25, 2026

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

First quarter 65.1% Waxing
NASA visualization of the Moon on April 25, 2026
NASA SVS scientific visualization, 12:00 UTC frame. NASA source
Phase First quarter 107.49° from new moon
Illumination 65.1% of the visible disk
Lunar age 8.8 days into the synodic cycle
Moon sign Leo 22.80°
TODAY'S SYMBOLIC READING

How to read First quarter in Leo

It is a symbolic moment of action and testing. With the Moon in Leo, this phase takes on a symbolically creative, warm and visible tone. The combination invites you to make a decision, address an obstacle and correct course without losing the objective, with particular attention to self-expression, generosity, celebration and creative leadership.

THE CYCLE MOMENT

The phase: First quarter

The first quarter is symbolically associated with decisions, friction and course correction. What began now meets reality and asks for a choice.

THE EMOTIONAL STYLE

The sign: Moon in Leo

The Moon in Leo is read as expressive, creative and eager for recognition. Its symbolism invites feelings to take a visible form.

May be useful for

  • make a decision, address an obstacle and correct course without losing the objective
  • self-expression, generosity, celebration and creative leadership

Watch for

  • reacting out of impatience or turning every difficulty into a confrontation
  • dramatization, pride or dependence on approval

Reflection question

Which decision can no longer be postponed? Consider it through the theme of expression, dignity and creativity.

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 May 16, 2026, 20:01 UTC Time shown in UTC
Next full moon May 1, 2026, 17:23 UTC Time shown in UTC
MONTHLY CALENDAR

April 2026

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.