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Moon Phase Today

Current lunar phase and Islamic calendar context

Friday, 1 May 2026 | 14 Dhu al-Qidah 1447 AH

πŸŒ• Full Moon

Illumination

99%

Moon Age

14.1 days

14 Dhu al-Qidah 1447 | Ayyam al-Beed | recommended fasting on full moon days (13th, 14th, 15th)

πŸŒ‘ New MoonπŸŒ• Full MoonπŸŒ‘ New Moon
17 April 20261 May 202616 May 2026

Upcoming Lunar Events

DateHijri DateEventIslamic Note
1 May 202614 Dhu al-Qidah 1447πŸŒ• Full MoonBadr | Full moon, Ayyam al-Beed
9 May 202622 Dhu al-Qidah 1447πŸŒ— Last Quarter|
16 May 202629 Dhu al-Qidah 1447πŸŒ‘ New Moon|
24 May 20267 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447πŸŒ“ First Quarter|
31 May 202614 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447πŸŒ• Full MoonBadr | Full moon, Ayyam al-Beed
7 June 202621 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447πŸŒ— Last Quarter|
15 June 202629 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447πŸŒ‘ New Moon|
22 June 20266 Muharram 1448πŸŒ“ First Quarter|

Moon Phase Calendar | May 2026

Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
πŸŒ•114
πŸŒ•215
πŸŒ–316
πŸŒ–417
πŸŒ–518
πŸŒ–619
πŸŒ–720
πŸŒ—821
πŸŒ—922
🌘1023
🌘1124
🌘1225
🌘1326
🌘1427
🌘1528
πŸŒ‘1629
πŸŒ‘1730
πŸŒ’181
πŸŒ’192
πŸŒ’203
πŸŒ’214
πŸŒ’225
πŸŒ“236
πŸŒ“247
πŸŒ”258
πŸŒ”269
πŸŒ”2710
πŸŒ”2811
πŸŒ”2912
πŸŒ”3013
πŸŒ•3114
πŸŒ‘ New MoonπŸŒ’ Waxing CrescentπŸŒ“ First QuarterπŸŒ” Waxing GibbousπŸŒ• Full MoonπŸŒ– Waning GibbousπŸŒ— Last Quarter🌘 Waning Crescent

The Moon in Islam

The moon holds a central place in Islam. The Islamic calendar is a purely lunar calendar, with each month beginning at the sighting of the new crescent moon (Hilal). This makes the moon not just an astronomical object but a cornerstone of Islamic worship and timekeeping.

Hilal Moon Sighting: The sighting of the thin crescent moon (Hilal) marks the start of each Islamic month. This is particularly significant for Ramadan, when the Hilal determines the beginning and end of the fasting month. Communities worldwide watch for the crescent on the 29th day of each month.

Laylat al-Qadr: The Night of Power, which falls on one of the odd nights in the last 10 days of Ramadan, is intimately connected to the lunar calendar. The Quran describes this night as β€œbetter than a thousand months” (97:3).

Full Moon (Badr): The full moon, known as β€œBadr” in Arabic, falls around the 14th-15th of each Hijri month. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) recommended fasting on the 13th, 14th, and 15th of each month | the β€œWhite Days” when the moon is fullest.

Recommended Fasting: Fasting on the 13th, 14th, and 15th of each Hijri month (Ayyam al-Beed) is a Sunnah practice. The Prophet (PBUH) is reported to have said: β€œFasting three days of each month is fasting for a lifetime” (Bukhari and Muslim).

White Days (Ayyam al-Beed) | Full Moon Fasting

The Prophet (PBUH) recommended fasting on the 13th, 14th, and 15th of each Hijri month (the full moon days).

This month (Dhu al-Qidah 1447):

13 Dhu al-Qidah

30 April

14 Dhu al-Qidah

1 May

15 Dhu al-Qidah

2 May

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the moon phase today?
Today's moon phase is Full Moon with 99% illumination. The moon is 14.1 days into the current lunar cycle. In the Islamic calendar, today is 14 Dhu al-Qidah 1447.
When is the next full moon?
The next full moon is on 1 May 2026, which is 1 days from today. The full moon marks the middle of the Hijri month and is known as "Badr" in Arabic.
When is the next new moon?
The next new moon is on 16 May 2026, which is 15 days from today. The new moon marks the beginning of a new Islamic month when the crescent (Hilal) is sighted.
What is the Hilal moon in Islam?
The Hilal is the thin crescent moon visible shortly after the new moon. In Islam, the sighting of the Hilal determines the start of each lunar month, including Ramadan and the month of Eid. The Hilal is typically visible on the 1st to 3rd day of each Hijri month.
How does the moon determine the Islamic calendar?
The Islamic (Hijri) calendar is purely lunar, with each month beginning at the sighting of the new crescent moon (Hilal). Each month is either 29 or 30 days, making the Islamic year about 354 days long | 11 days shorter than the Gregorian year. This is why Islamic dates shift through the seasons.
What are Ayyam al-Beed (White Days)?
Ayyam al-Beed (the White Days) are the 13th, 14th, and 15th of each Hijri month, when the moon is full and the nights are brightest. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) recommended fasting on these three days each month, as narrated in several hadith.
When is the Ramadan moon sighting in 2026?
Ramadan 1447 AH is expected to begin around 1 March 2026, depending on the sighting of the Hilal crescent moon. The exact date varies by location and sighting method. Many communities rely on local moon sighting committees or astronomical calculations.
What is the full moon called in Arabic?
The full moon is called 'Badr' (Ψ¨Ψ―Ψ±) in Arabic. It holds significance in Islamic culture | the Battle of Badr, one of the most important battles in Islamic history, is named after the full moon. The full moon typically falls on the 14th or 15th of each Hijri month.
How often does a full moon occur?
A full moon occurs approximately every 29.5 days (one synodic month). This means there are roughly 12-13 full moons per Gregorian year. In the Islamic calendar, the full moon falls near the middle of each Hijri month (around the 14th-15th day).
What is the moon phase on a specific date?
You can check the moon phase for any date using the moon phase calendar above. The calendar shows the phase emoji, illumination percentage, and corresponding Hijri date for each day of the month. Navigate between months to find the phase for your desired date.
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