New Moon
2008 New Moon dates
See every New Moon in 2008 with exact dates in UTC. Plan stargazing and dark-sky nights around New Moon dates.
| # | Date |
|---|---|
| 1 | Tuesday, January 8, 2008 |
| 2 | Wednesday, February 6, 2008 |
| 3 | Friday, March 7, 2008 |
| 4 | Saturday, April 5, 2008 |
| 5 | Monday, May 5, 2008 |
| 6 | Tuesday, June 3, 2008 |
| 7 | Thursday, July 3, 2008 |
| 8 | Saturday, August 2, 2008 |
| 9 | Sunday, August 31, 2008 |
| 10 | Tuesday, September 30, 2008 |
| 11 | Wednesday, October 29, 2008 |
| 12 | Friday, November 28, 2008 |
| 13 | Saturday, December 27, 2008 |
Note: All dates are in UTC. Calculated using the Meeus simplified synodic month algorithm (epoch J2000.0). Depending on your time zone, the New Moon may fall on a different calendar date in your location.
Frequently asked questions
- Why is the New Moon good for stargazing?
- During a New Moon, the Moon is between the Earth and Sun, so its illuminated side faces away from us. With no moonlight, the sky is darkest — ideal for seeing stars, planets, and the Milky Way.
- How many New Moons are in 2008?
- 2008 has 13 New Moons. Most years have 12 New Moons, but some years have 13.
- Can I download these New Moon dates?
- Yes — click the CSV button above the table to download all 2008 New Moon dates in a spreadsheet-ready format.