ASTRONOMICAL MOON CALENDAR

The Moon on July 29, 2026

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

Full moon 100.0% Waxing
NASA visualization of the Moon on July 29, 2026
NASA SVS scientific visualization, 12:00 UTC frame. NASA source
Phase Full moon 178.78° from new moon
Illumination 100.0% of the visible disk
Lunar age 14.7 days into the synodic cycle
Moon sign Aquarius 5.18°
TODAY'S SYMBOLIC READING

How to read Full moon in Aquarius

It is a symbolic moment of visibility and recognition. With the Moon in Aquarius, this phase takes on a symbolically independent, thoughtful and innovative tone. The combination invites you to observe what emerges, acknowledge a result and clarify what has become visible, with particular attention to original ideas, cooperation, community and a change of perspective.

THE CYCLE MOMENT

The phase: Full moon

The full moon symbolizes culmination, visibility and a comparison between intentions and results. What was implicit may appear clearer or more emotionally intense.

THE EMOTIONAL STYLE

The sign: Moon in Aquarius

The Moon in Aquarius is interpreted as independent, mental and future-oriented. Its symbolism favors critical distance, new ideas and attention to the group.

May be useful for

  • observe what emerges, acknowledge a result and clarify what has become visible
  • original ideas, cooperation, community and a change of perspective

Watch for

  • amplifying emotions or turning partial evidence into a final verdict
  • emotional coldness, isolation or automatic rebellion

Reflection question

What has become visible enough to be acknowledged? Consider it through the theme of freedom, innovation and participation.

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 August 12, 2026, 17:37 UTC Time shown in UTC
Next full moon July 29, 2026, 14:36 UTC Time shown in UTC
MONTHLY CALENDAR

July 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.