When exactly is the next new moon?

9 December 2026 at 00:51 UTC — 28 days from now. That instant is the same worldwide; convert to your own timezone from UTC.

How often do new moons happen?

Every 29.5 days on average — the synodic month. That gives 12 or 13 in a calendar year, which is why some months carry two and others, rarely, none.

In 28 days

The Next New Moon Is 9 December 2026

00:51 UTC · Sagittarius

The next new moon falls on 9 December 2026 at 00:51 UTC, in Sagittarius. That is 28 days from now. A new moon is the dark point of the cycle — the Moon between Earth and Sun, its lit face turned away. Nothing is visible, which is exactly the use of it. It is the traditional moment for setting intentions, before there is anything to show for them.

Date	9 December 2026
Exact time	00:51 UTC
Days away	28
Zodiac sign	Sagittarius (Fire, Mutable)

What it means

A new moon in Sagittarius seeds a direction rather than a plan. Plant the study, the trip, or the belief you want to test.

The full write-up, including the second moon if the month carries one, is on the December 2026 page.

Common questions

When exactly is the next new moon?: 9 December 2026 at 00:51 UTC — 28 days from now. That instant is the same worldwide; convert to your own timezone from UTC.
How often do new moons happen?: Every 29.5 days on average — the synodic month. That gives 12 or 13 in a calendar year, which is why some months carry two and others, rarely, none.