Starlust on MSN

The moon is going dark on February 17—what it means for skywatchers

The New Moon will lie directly in front of the Sun to observers in Antarctica.
Space.com on MSN

New moon calendar 2026: When is the next new moon?

Discover what a new moon is and when the next new moon will occur with our new moon 2025 guide.
PRIMETIMER

Detailed guide to the New Moon cycle and monthly timing this 2026

Discover the 2026 new moon dates, lunar phases, and monthly timing. Learn about black moons, Earthshine, and skywatching conditions.

Solar eclipse 2026 LIVE: Watch 'Ring of Fire' event as moon moves across sun

The 'Ring of Fire' solar eclipse, the first of 2026, was visible in some parts of the world as the moon moved across the path between the sun and Earth
Los Angeles Times

The moon and sun figure big in the new year’s lineup of cosmic wonders

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Astronauts return to the moon for the first time in 50 years — though not on its surface — alongside robotic landers from private companies including Blue Origin ...

First solar eclipse of 2026 is on February 17: Why the Moon won’t fully cover the Sun and how the ‘ring of fire’ appears

On 17 February 2026, skywatchers will get a chance to see one of the most striking types of solar eclipses: an annular eclipse, better known as a ‘rin.