New Moon
2016 New Moon dates
See every New Moon in 2016 with exact dates in UTC. Plan stargazing and dark-sky nights around New Moon dates.
| # | Date |
|---|---|
| 1 | Saturday, January 9, 2016 |
| 2 | Monday, February 8, 2016 |
| 3 | Tuesday, March 8, 2016 |
| 4 | Thursday, April 7, 2016 |
| 5 | Friday, May 6, 2016 |
| 6 | Sunday, June 5, 2016 |
| 7 | Monday, July 4, 2016 |
| 8 | Wednesday, August 3, 2016 |
| 9 | Friday, September 2, 2016 |
| 10 | Saturday, October 1, 2016 |
| 11 | Monday, October 31, 2016 |
| 12 | Tuesday, November 29, 2016 |
| 13 | Thursday, December 29, 2016 |
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 2016?
- 2016 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 2016 New Moon dates in a spreadsheet-ready format.