The Moon
How to see the Buck Moon rise
Find out when the Buck Moon is visible in 2026 and how to make the most of it.
Next full Moon 2026 calendar dates
Find out when the next full Moon is visible, and full Moon names for 2026.
The 2026 Strawberry Moon rises tonight. Here's how to see it
How to see the June 2026 full Moon
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Photograph a full Moon as it rises and capture one of nature's greatest spectacles. Here's how to do it
Why the Moon sometimes looks orange
What causes the Moon to appear a red, rusty colour?
How to photograph an enormous Moon on the horizon
How to capture the Moon illusion
Astronomy explained | What's a blue Moon?
What is a blue Moon and when is the next one? Find out what the term means and the astronomical definition in our blue Moon guide.
Stepping out to see a full Moon tonight? Here are 6 easy ways to enjoy its spectacle
How to make the most of and enjoy a full Moon or supermoon.
Flower Moon rises tonight, 1 May 2026 – key rise times and how to see it
Catch the full Moon in May and you will have seen a 'Flower Moon'.
Scientists say dangerous, glass-like Moon dust could be vital for building habitats on the lunar surface
Engineers say dangerous Moon dust could be used for building habitats and other infrastructure on the surface of the Moon
Gallery | Planes in front of the Sun and Moon
A gallery of images of planes passing in front of the solar or lunar disc.
I'm going to put a hotel on the Moon, and I plan to do it by 2032. Here's how
Bored of the beach? Sick of city breaks? Step this way. Space entrepreneur Skyler Chan explains how he’ll build a holiday destination on the Moon by 2030
How to see all of the Apollo landing sites on the Moon
It is possible to spot the landing sites of Apollo 11 - 17 on the Moon with a telescope. Find out how in our observing guide.
Astronomy explained | Why do we always see the same side of the Moon?
Why does the same side of the Moon always face Earth?
Dark side of the Moon? There's no such thing. Here's why
Why the phrase 'dark side of the Moon' doesn't really make sense
What's on the far side of the Moon?
What's on the lunar far side, and how do astronomers know?
Artemis II | Images of Earth and the Moon captured during the mission
A selection of images of Earth and the Moon captured during Artemis II
NASA ramps up Moon missions, announces regular crewed visits and a permanent Moon base
NASA has announced new plans to return humans to the Moon
Moon phases and times 2025
Dates for the Moon phases this year and timings for Moonrise every day.
This is one of the best weeks for Moon-watching. As full Moon nears, see it meet Jupiter, stars and star clusters every night
In late March 2026 the Moon meets Jupiter, the Pleiades, the Beehive Cluster and Regulus. Take our lunar tour as the Moon hops across the sky
Artemis II astronauts will be the first humans to get a full view this strange bullseye on the far side of the Moon
The crew of Artemis II will be the first humans to get a full, clear view of Mare Orientale on the far side of the Moon.
The March Blood Moon eclipse darkens Earth's surface in new satellite images
What would the lunar eclipse look like on Earth, from space?
A 'wall of death' on the Moon could help astronauts prevent their bodies from wasting away
Could the classic circus stunt be the answer to helping lunar settlers exercise?
Worm 'blood' Moon lunar eclipse, March 2025
How to see next full Moon, March's Worm Moon
