Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on April 29
On April 29, 2026, the Moon is in the Waxing Gibbous phase with 94% of its surface illuminated, appearing nearly full but not yet at peak brightness. The next Full Moon will occur on May 1. Visible lunar features include several maria and craters, with more detail observable using binoculars or a telescope. Moon phases are driven by the Moon's 29.5-day orbit around Earth and changing sunlight exposure.
- ▪The Moon phase on April 29, 2026, is Waxing Gibbous with 94% illumination according to NASA.
- ▪The next Full Moon is expected on May 1, marking the first of two Full Moons in May 2026.
- ▪With the naked eye, viewers can see maria such as Vapourum, Tranquillitatis, and Imbrium.
- ▪Binoculars reveal additional features like Mare Frigoris, Clavius Crater, and Alphonsus Crater.
- ▪A telescope allows observation of finer details including the Apollo 17 landing site, Rima Ariadaeus, and the Fra Mauro Highlands.
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Home > Science > Space Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on April 29 What can you see when you look up tonight? By Lois Mackenzie Lois Mackenzie Lois Mackenzie is a freelance reporter at Mashable. Over the years she has written for many publications, covering everything from the local news to the best pair of running shoes. You can find bylines in publications including Fit&Well, Metro, and Coach magazine, usually covering deals on everything from earbuds to TVs, or guides on how to beat your half marathon time. Read Full Bio on April 29, 2026 Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Flipboard Credit: Photo by Omer Tarsuslu/Anadolu via Getty Images It may appear full, but the Moon isn't actually at 100% illumination yet. In fact, we're still a couple of days away.
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