January 24 2026 Moon Phase Guide: Spotting the 32% Waxing Crescent
Check out the January 24 2026 Moon phase. Tonight features a 32% illuminated waxing crescent. Learn where to find Apollo landing sites and the next Full Moon date.
32% of the Moon lights up tonight. It's the sixth day of the lunar cycle this Saturday, January 24, 2026, and the waxing crescent is putting on a show for stargazers worldwide.
January 24 2026 Moon Phase Guide and Sightings
According to NASA's Daily Moon Guide, you don't need fancy gear to see the 'seas' of the Moon. The Crisium, Serenitatis, and Fecunditatis mares are visible to the naked eye. If you've got binoculars, keep an eye out for the Endymion Crater. For those with a telescope, tonight offers a chance to pinpoint the Apollo 11 and 17 landing spots along with the Rupes Altai.
Understanding the 29.5-Day Lunar Cycle
The lunar cycle lasts roughly 29.5 days, the time it takes for the Moon to orbit Earth once. While we're currently seeing a sliver of light grow on the right side, the next Full Moon is scheduled for February 1. It's a cosmic reminder of the shifting angles between the Earth, Moon, and Sun that dictate what we see from our backyards.
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