The Moon is the only natural satellite of Earth. It orbits around Earth at an average distance of 384,399 kilometres (238,854 mi), [f] a distance roughly 30 times the width of Earth. It …

Dec 17, 2025 · The Earth and Moon are tidally locked. Their rotations are so in sync we only see one side of the Moon. Humans didn't see the lunar far side until a Soviet spacecraft flew past …

Dec 17, 2025 · Like Earth, the Moon has a day side and a night side, which change as the Moon rotates. The Sun always illuminates half of the Moon while the other half remains dark.

4 days ago · Moon, Earth’s sole natural satellite and nearest celestial body. Known since prehistoric times, it is the brightest object in the sky after the Sun. Its name in English, like that …

NASA's interactive map for observing the Moon each day of the year.

Time for sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and moonset in Salem – Virginia – USA. Dawn and dusk (twilight) times and Sun and Moon position. Takes into account Daylight Saving Time (DST).

Time for sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and moonset in City of Salem – Virginia – USA. Dawn and dusk (twilight) times and Sun and Moon position. Takes into account Daylight Saving Time (DST).

While the full Moon has a specific time when it's 100% illuminated, the Moon will appear full the night before and the night after! So, if the weather is poor one day, you have a chance to look …

Dec 4, 2025 · What is the Moon Phase today? Use our 2023 Moon Phase Calendar to find dates and times of the full Moon, new Moon, and every phase in between. Beyond the phases of the …

Moon Maps for the next International Observe the Moon Night will be available closer to the event date (September 19, 2026). To find tips for observing the Moon every day of the year, visit our …