New Moon
2018 New Moon dates
See every New Moon in 2018 with exact dates in UTC. Plan stargazing and dark-sky nights around New Moon dates.
| # | Date |
|---|---|
| 1 | Wednesday, January 17, 2018 |
| 2 | Thursday, February 15, 2018 |
| 3 | Saturday, March 17, 2018 |
| 4 | Sunday, April 15, 2018 |
| 5 | Tuesday, May 15, 2018 |
| 6 | Wednesday, June 13, 2018 |
| 7 | Friday, July 13, 2018 |
| 8 | Saturday, August 11, 2018 |
| 9 | Monday, September 10, 2018 |
| 10 | Tuesday, October 9, 2018 |
| 11 | Thursday, November 8, 2018 |
| 12 | Friday, December 7, 2018 |
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 2018?
- 2018 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 2018 New Moon dates in a spreadsheet-ready format.