The moon is currently in its waxing crescent phase, with only 5% of its surface illuminated as seen from Earth on Monday, August 25, 2025.
Why it matters: The moon’s phases are caused by its 29.5-day orbit around Earth, which changes the angles between the Sun, Moon, and Earth, affecting how much of the moon’s surface is lit up from our perspective.
The details:
- The next full moon will occur on September 7, 2025, with the last full moon having taken place on August 9.
- The moon’s eight main phases are: New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter (or Third Quarter), and Waning Crescent.
- Each full moon has a traditional name, such as the Sturgeon Moon in August and the Corn Moon in September.
- The 2025 Full Moon schedule provides dates and times for each full moon throughout the year, with some being designated as Super Moons.
The moon’s phases and their corresponding names have cultural, agricultural, and natural significance, with different names being associated with various seasonal observations and events.
What’s next: The moon will continue to wax, becoming more illuminated each night until it reaches the full moon phase on September 7, 2025, known as the Corn Moon.
As of August 22, 2025, the moon is in its waning crescent phase, the last phase of the lunar cycle before transitioning into the new moon phase.
The details:
- The waning crescent moon has less than 2% illumination and is currently in the astrological sign of Leo.
- This phase occurs when illumination from the sun falls between 50% and 0%, lasting for approximately 7.38 days before the new moon.
- The waning crescent moon in Leo is associated with passionate, confident, and magnetic energy, as well as a heightened sensitivity to the heart, aorta, blood circulation, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Spiritually, the waning crescent moon is a time for surrender, relaxation, and self-care, allowing for reflection and clarity before the new moon brings a surge of energy and manifestation.
What’s next: The moon will shift into the astrological sign of Virgo and begin its new eight-phase cycle with the upcoming new moon this weekend.
