Next Full Moon 2026
Countdown to the Worm Moon (March 3, 2026)
Days Until Worm Moon
Lunar Details
Summary
There are 23 days, 12 hours, and 17 minutes left until Worm Moon.
Full Moon Schedule (2026)
| Date | Moon Name | Type | Time Left |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 3 Tuesday | Worm Moon | Full Moon | 23 days |
| April 2 Thursday | Pink Moon | Full Moon | 53 days |
| May 1 Friday | Flower Moon | Full Moon | 82 days |
| May 31 Sunday | Flower Moon | Full Moon | 112 days |
| June 29 Monday | Strawberry Moon | Full Moon | 141 days |
| July 29 Wednesday | Buck Moon | Full Moon | 171 days |
| August 27 Thursday | Sturgeon Moon | Full Moon | 200 days |
| September 26 Saturday | Corn Moon | Full Moon | 230 days |
| October 25 Sunday | Hunter's Moon | Supermoon | 259 days |
| November 24 Tuesday | Beaver Moon | Supermoon | 289 days |
| December 23 Wednesday | Cold Moon | Supermoon | 318 days |
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Go to ToolWhen Is the Next Full Moon 2026? (March 3, 2026)
There is something primal about looking up at the night sky and seeing a perfect, glowing orb. For centuries, humanity has tracked time, planted crops, and navigated oceans by the light of the moon. Yet, in our busy modern lives, we often lose track of the celestial rhythm. You might find yourself asking, "Is it a full moon tonight?" or wondering "How many days until the next full moon?"
You have landed in the right place. Our Live Full Moon Countdown Tool above doesn't just guess; it uses precise astronomical data to calculate the exact moment of 100% illumination based on the synodic month. Whether you are a photographer planning a shoot, a gardener planting by the lunar cycle, or just someone who loves the view, this guide covers everything you need to know.
Understanding the Cycle: Why Dates Shift
Have you ever noticed that the Full Moon doesn't fall on the same date every month? Unlike our solar calendar (which is 30 or 31 days), the Moon follows a Synodic Month.
The Magic Number: 29.53 Days
A complete lunar cycle (New Moon to New Moon) takes exactly 29 days, 12 hours, 44 minutes, and 3 seconds.
Because 29.5 days is shorter than most calendar months, the date of the full moon drifts backward by about one day each month. This accumulation is also why, once every 2.5 years, we get two full moons in a single calendar month—a phenomenon famously known as a Blue Moon.
The 8 Phases of the Moon
- 🌑 New Moon 0% Lit
- 🌒 Waxing Crescent 1-49% Lit
- 🌓 First Quarter 50% Lit
- 🌔 Waxing Gibbous 51-99% Lit
- 🌕 Full Moon 100% Lit
- 🌖 Waning Gibbous 99-51% Lit
- 🌗 Last Quarter 50% Lit
- 🌘 Waning Crescent 49-1% Lit
Full Moon Calendar 2026 (Names & Meanings)
Below is the complete schedule for all Full Moons in 2026. The names traditionally come from Native American, Colonial American, and European sources.
| Date (2026) | Moon Name | Traditional Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| January 3, 2026 Saturday | Wolf Moon | Wolves were heard howling more frequently due to winter hunger. |
| February 2, 2026 Monday | Snow Moon | Typically the month with the heaviest snowfall in North America. |
| March 3, 2026 Tuesday | Worm Moon | Earthworms begin to emerge from the thawing soil, inviting birds. |
| April 2, 2026 Thursday | Pink Moon | Named after the pink creeping phlox flowers (moss pink) that bloom. |
| May 1, 2026 Friday | Flower Moon | Flowers spring forth in abundance during this month. |
| May 31, 2026 Sunday | Flower Moon | Flowers spring forth in abundance during this month. |
| June 29, 2026 Monday | Strawberry Moon | The harvesting season for strawberries in the northeast US. |
| July 29, 2026 Wednesday | Buck Moon | Male deer (bucks) begin to grow their new antlers. |
| August 27, 2026 Thursday | Sturgeon Moon | Giant sturgeon fish of the Great Lakes were most readily caught. |
| September 26, 2026 Saturday | Corn Moon | Also known as Harvest Moon, signaling the time to gather crops. |
| October 25, 2026 Sunday | Hunter's Moon | Leaves fall and game is fattened, making it time to hunt for winter. |
| November 24, 2026 Tuesday | Beaver Moon | Beavers build their dams before the swamps freeze over. |
| December 23, 2026 Wednesday | Cold Moon | Marks the time when winter cold fastens its grip. |
What is a Supermoon?
Our tool often highlights a Supermoon. But what does that mean?
The Moon's orbit around Earth is not a perfect circle; it is an oval (ellipse). This means there is a point where it is farthest away (Apogee) and a point where it is closest (Perigee).
Bigger & Brighter
When a Full Moon coincides with Perigee, it appears up to 14% larger and 30% brighter than a standard full moon (Micromoon). This is the best time for lunar photography.
Tidal Effects
Because the moon is closer, its gravitational pull is stronger. Supermoons often trigger "King Tides," which are higher-than-average high tides along coastal areas.
The "Lunar Effect": Fact vs. Fiction
Does the full moon actually make people crazy? The word "lunatic" comes from the Latin word luna. While science largely debunks the idea that emergency rooms get busier, there are some interesting analytics that show the moon does affect us.
- Sleep Latency: A 2013 study by the University of Basel found that people took 5 minutes longer to fall asleep and slept 20 minutes less overall during a full moon, likely due to lower melatonin levels.
- Search Trends: Google Trends data often shows a spike in search terms like "can't sleep" and "insomnia" in the 3-day window surrounding a full moon.
- Outdoor Activity: Before electricity, the full moon was a time for social gathering and travel at night. We may still have an evolutionary biological urge to stay awake and be active when the sky is bright.
Frequently Asked Questions
Don't Miss the Next Spectacle
Whether you believe in the energy of the moon or just appreciate its beauty, missing a Supermoon is always a regret.
Bookmark this page and check our Next Full Moon Countdown regularly. The sky has a schedule, and now, so do you.