Moon Phases in October 2021
In October 2021, the Full Moon falls on October 20, 2021 and the New Moon on October 6, 2021. The First Quarter is on October 13, 2021, and the Last Quarter on October 28, 2021. Here is the complete lunar calendar for the month, all four quarter phases, and a direct link to every single day.
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Moon Phase Overview
Lunar Calendar October 2021
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The Sky in October 2021
October 2021 brings the autumn shift to the Northern Hemisphere. Nights grow longer and clearer. The famous Harvest Moon and Hunter's Moon fall in this season — historically essential for farmers and hunters.
The full moon on October 20, 2021 traditionally bears the name "Hunter's Moon". This name comes from old nature observations and makes the full moon in October 2021 especially significant.
Notable Days This Month
About the Moon Phases in October 2021
Every month, the Moon completes all eight phases — from New Moon through Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, to Waning Crescent. In October 2021, the Full Moon is on October 20, 2021 and the New Moon on October 6, 2021. The First Quarter is visible on October 13, 2021, the Last Quarter on October 28, 2021.
All moon phases for October 2021 are calculated astronomically using the SunCalc library. Times are referenced to Berlin (CET/CEST). Click any day in the calendar to see moonrise, zodiac sign, and a personalized moon poster for that exact date.
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