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Moon Phases in April 2023

In April 2023, the Full Moon falls on April 6, 2023 and the New Moon on April 20, 2023. The First Quarter is on April 27, 2023, and the Last Quarter on April 13, 2023. Here is the complete lunar calendar for the month, all four quarter phases, and a direct link to every single day.

The full moon of April 2023 — or any other date — is available from Lumeries as a personalized poster with names and the date, as an instant download minutes after ordering (€9.90). Create a poster with your date →

Year overview 2023: every full moon and new moon →

Moon Phase Overview

Full MoonFull MoonApril 699.9%
New MoonNew MoonApril 200.3%
First QuarterFirst QuarterApril 2746.9%
Last QuarterLast QuarterApril 1347.7%

Lunar Calendar April 2023

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Tap any day to see the exact moon phase, moonrise, and a personalized poster for that date.

The Sky in April 2023

April 2023 brings spring to the Northern Hemisphere. Days get longer and nights milder. Crisp spring air and blooming horizons make for spectacular moon observations.

The full moon on April 6, 2023 traditionally bears the name "Pink Moon". This name comes from old nature observations and makes the full moon in April 2023 especially significant.

Notable Days This Month

World Book DayApril 23Freedom Day (PT)April 25

About the Moon Phases in April 2023

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 April 2023, the Full Moon is on April 6, 2023 and the New Moon on April 20, 2023. The First Quarter is visible on April 27, 2023, the Last Quarter on April 13, 2023.

All moon phases for April 2023 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.

FAQ

When is the Full Moon in April 2023?
The Full Moon in April 2023 is on April 6, 2023. The Moon is 99.9% illuminated and sits opposite the Sun. The exact time and full astronomical data are on the daily detail page. Lumeries calculates full moon dates astronomically for every month between 1900 and 2100.
When is the New Moon in April 2023?
The New Moon in April 2023 is on April 20, 2023. On this day the Moon is between Earth and Sun and invisible to us — perfect conditions for stargazing thanks to the dark sky. Lumeries also calculates new moon dates for every month between 1900 and 2100.
How many moon phases are there in April 2023?
April 2023 has 4 primary phase events: Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter, and Last Quarter. The Moon completes a full cycle every 29.5 days. The calendar above shows the exact phase for every single day.

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