New Moon
2012 New Moon dates
See every New Moon in 2012 with exact dates in UTC. Plan stargazing and dark-sky nights around New Moon dates.
| # | Date |
|---|---|
| 1 | Monday, January 23, 2012 |
| 2 | Wednesday, February 22, 2012 |
| 3 | Thursday, March 22, 2012 |
| 4 | Saturday, April 21, 2012 |
| 5 | Sunday, May 20, 2012 |
| 6 | Tuesday, June 19, 2012 |
| 7 | Thursday, July 19, 2012 |
| 8 | Friday, August 17, 2012 |
| 9 | Sunday, September 16, 2012 |
| 10 | Monday, October 15, 2012 |
| 11 | Wednesday, November 14, 2012 |
| 12 | Thursday, December 13, 2012 |
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 2012?
- 2012 has 12 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 2012 New Moon dates in a spreadsheet-ready format.