In geophysical terms, the Moon is a planetary-mass object or satellite planet. Its mass is 1.2% that of the Earth, and its diameter is 3,474 km (2,159 mi), roughly one-quarter of Earth's (about as …

Nov 1, 2025 · Moon, Earth’s sole natural satellite and nearest celestial body. Known since prehistoric times, it is the brightest object in the sky after the Sun. Its name in English, like that …

Jun 25, 2025 · The Earth and Moon are tidally locked. Their rotations are so in sync we only see one side of the Moon. Humans didn't see the lunar far side until a Soviet spacecraft flew past …

6 days ago · With our 2025 Moon Phase Calendar, you'll find the current Moon phase for tonight—plus, all the phases of the Moon for each day of the month.

5 days ago · A Full Moon occurs when the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon. The Moon's orbit creates different phases, including a Full Moon. Full Moons have traditional names, like …

Sep 25, 2025 · On Earth, our view of the illuminated part of the Moon changes each night, depending on where the Moon is in its orbit, or path, around Earth. When we have a full view …

Oct 30, 2025 · Today's moon phase for Sapulpa, Oklahoma, United States. Get today's moonrise, moonset, moon age, moon distance, moon tonight for Sapulpa.

5 days ago · Space agencies around the world are planning moon missions that will depend on water ice for resources, but much remains unknown about its availability of water ice on the …

Oct 31, 2025 · The glow of the moon will even cast faint shadows on the ground, a rare effect visible only during the most intense supermoons. Here’s the best time to see and photograph it.

5 days ago · Discover the moon like never before! Interactive moon phases, 3D moon exploration, moon landing history, and lunar calendar designed for children. Learn about the moon through …