Sleep
Some people report deeper sleep during new moon nights - this is less scientifically studied than the full moon effect.
Moon Calendar - 2026
New Moon 2026
Twelve new moons occur in 2026. During a new moon, the moon stands between Earth and Sun - the lit side faces away from us and the moon is invisible in the night sky. Times are computed with Jean Meeus' algorithm (accuracy +/-1-2 minutes).
12 New Moons in 2026
Calculated with Jean Meeus, +/-1-2 min
New Moon 2026 - Overview
All twelve new moons of the year at a glance. Times are exact per Jean Meeus.
- January 18, 2026- 19:54 UTC / 20:54 CET
- February 17, 2026- 12:03 UTC / 13:03 CET
- March 19, 2026- 01:26 UTC / 02:26 CET
- April 17, 2026- 11:54 UTC / 13:54 CEST
- May 16, 2026- 20:03 UTC / 22:03 CEST
- June 15, 2026- 02:56 UTC / 04:56 CEST
- July 14, 2026- 09:45 UTC / 11:45 CEST
- August 12, 2026- 17:38 UTC / 19:38 CEST
- September 11, 2026- 03:28 UTC / 05:28 CEST
- October 10, 2026- 15:51 UTC / 17:51 CEST
- November 09, 2026- 07:03 UTC / 08:03 CET
- December 09, 2026- 00:54 UTC / 01:54 CET
New Moon- dates 2026
Exact instants in UTC and CET/CEST (winter UTC+1, summer UTC+2).
January 2026
| Phase | Date | UTC | CET/CEST |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | January 18 | 19:54 UTC | 20:54 CET |
February 2026
| Phase | Date | UTC | CET/CEST |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | February 17 | 12:03 UTC | 13:03 CET |
March 2026
| Phase | Date | UTC | CET/CEST |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | March 19 | 01:26 UTC | 02:26 CET |
April 2026
| Phase | Date | UTC | CET/CEST |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | April 17 | 11:54 UTC | 13:54 CEST |
May 2026
| Phase | Date | UTC | CET/CEST |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | May 16 | 20:03 UTC | 22:03 CEST |
June 2026
| Phase | Date | UTC | CET/CEST |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | June 15 | 02:56 UTC | 04:56 CEST |
July 2026
| Phase | Date | UTC | CET/CEST |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | July 14 | 09:45 UTC | 11:45 CEST |
August 2026
| Phase | Date | UTC | CET/CEST |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | August 12 | 17:38 UTC | 19:38 CEST |
September 2026
| Phase | Date | UTC | CET/CEST |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | September 11 | 03:28 UTC | 05:28 CEST |
October 2026
| Phase | Date | UTC | CET/CEST |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | October 10 | 15:51 UTC | 17:51 CEST |
November 2026
| Phase | Date | UTC | CET/CEST |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | November 09 | 07:03 UTC | 08:03 CET |
December 2026
| Phase | Date | UTC | CET/CEST |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | December 09 | 00:54 UTC | 01:54 CET |
What does the new moon mean?
Gardening
The new moon is a rest phase - favorable for soil work, weeding and sowing planning.
Rituals
In many cultures, the new moon is the classic time for new beginnings, setting intentions and starting new projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next new moon in 2026?
The first new moon of 2026 is on January 18 at 20:54 CET. Eleven more follow - one per month.
Why is the new moon invisible?
During a new moon, the moon stands between Earth and Sun. The lit hemisphere faces away from Earth, so we cannot see the moon in the night sky.
Is the new moon good for gardening?
In biodynamic farming, the new moon is a rest phase - favorable for soil work, weeding and planning the next sowing.
How accurate are these times?
Times are calculated with the standard algorithm from Jean Meeus' 'Astronomical Algorithms' (chapter 49). Accuracy plus/minus 1-2 minutes.
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