# Moon phases in August 2027 > August 2027 moon calendar in UK time: new moon 2 August, full Sturgeon Moon on 17 August, moonrise and moonset for every day, dark-sky nights and meteor showe URL: https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon-calendar/2027/august Updated: 2026-10-30 August 2027 has 5 principal moon phases, with the new moon on 2 August 2027 and the full Sturgeon Moon on 17 August 2027. Below are exact UK times, a day-by-day table and the best nights for dark skies. ## Moon phases in August 2027 (UK times) Times are calculated with astronomy-engine and shown in UK clock time (GMT or BST). They are accurate to about a minute. | Phase | Date | Time | | --- | --- | --- | | New moon | 2 August 2027 | 11:05 BST | | First quarter | 9 August 2027 | 05:54 BST | | Full moon | 17 August 2027 | 08:29 BST | | Last quarter | 25 August 2027 | 03:27 BST | | New moon | 31 August 2027 | 18:41 BST | ## The full moon in August 2027 The Sturgeon Moon is full on 17 August 2027 at 08:29 BST, rising over London at about 20:14. Read the story behind the name on our [full moon names](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/full-moons) pages. ## Best nights for dark skies The darkest skies this month fall around the new moon, roughly 30 July to 5 August and 28 August to 3 September. That is the time for meteor watching, the Milky Way and faint galaxies. In folk practice the new moon is also the traditional time to set intentions. ## Day-by-day moon calendar for August 2027 Phase and illumination at midday; moonrise and moonset for London (other UK places differ by up to about an hour; see your town in our local guides). | Date | Phase | Lit | Moonrise | Moonset | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 Sun | Waning crescent | 1% | 03:36 | 20:26 | | 2 Mon | New moon | 0% | 05:10 | 20:50 | | 3 Tue | Waxing crescent | 2% | 06:44 | 21:09 | | 4 Wed | Waxing crescent | 6% | 08:15 | 21:24 | | 5 Thu | Waxing crescent | 14% | 09:42 | 21:39 | | 6 Fri | Waxing crescent | 22% | 11:07 | 21:54 | | 7 Sat | Waxing crescent | 32% | 12:30 | 22:10 | | 8 Sun | Waxing crescent | 43% | 13:51 | 22:31 | | 9 Mon | First quarter | 53% | 15:09 | 22:57 | | 10 Tue | Waxing gibbous | 63% | 16:22 | 23:31 | | 11 Wed | Waxing gibbous | 72% | 17:25 | 00:16 | | 12 Thu | Waxing gibbous | 81% | 18:16 | – | | 13 Fri | Waxing gibbous | 88% | 18:54 | 01:12 | | 14 Sat | Waxing gibbous | 93% | 19:22 | 02:18 | | 15 Sun | Waxing gibbous | 97% | 19:43 | 03:28 | | 16 Mon | Waxing gibbous | 99% | 20:00 | 04:39 | | 17 Tue | Full moon | 100% | 20:14 | 05:51 | | 18 Wed | Waning gibbous | 99% | 20:26 | 07:01 | | 19 Thu | Waning gibbous | 96% | 20:37 | 08:11 | | 20 Fri | Waning gibbous | 91% | 20:49 | 09:22 | | 21 Sat | Waning gibbous | 84% | 21:02 | 10:34 | | 22 Sun | Waning gibbous | 76% | 21:18 | 11:49 | | 23 Mon | Waning gibbous | 67% | 21:39 | 13:07 | | 24 Tue | Waning gibbous | 57% | 22:09 | 14:26 | | 25 Wed | Last quarter | 46% | 22:51 | 15:43 | | 26 Thu | Waning crescent | 35% | 23:50 | 16:50 | | 27 Fri | Waning crescent | 24% | – | 17:43 | | 28 Sat | Waning crescent | 15% | 01:06 | 18:22 | | 29 Sun | Waning crescent | 7% | 02:35 | 18:50 | | 30 Mon | Waning crescent | 2% | 04:07 | 19:11 | | 31 Tue | New moon | 0% | 05:40 | 19:28 | ## Closest and farthest moon - Perigee (closest): 2 August 2027, 357,352 km - Apogee (farthest): 15 August 2027, 406,073 km - Perigee (closest): 30 August 2027, 359,195 km ## Eclipses - Penumbral lunar eclipse on 17 August 2027, greatest at 08:13 BST. Whether it is visible depends on the moon being above the UK horizon at that time. - Partial solar eclipse seen from London on 2 August 2027, greatest at 10:00 BST, with about 42% of the sun covered. Never look at the sun without certified eclipse glasses. ## Meteor showers - Perseids: peak around 12 August, up to about 100 an hour, the summer favourite. The moon is 77% lit that night. ## Festivals on the Wheel of the Year See our [Wheel of the Year guide](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/guides/wheel-of-the-year-guide) for traditions and ideas. - Lughnasadh (Lammas): 1 August ## Using the moon this month Many people keep a simple rhythm: write an intention at the new moon, check in at the first quarter, give thanks at the full moon and clear out at the last quarter. Our [moon rituals guide](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/guides/full-moon-names-and-rituals) has ideas. ## Questions **When is the full moon in August 2027?** 17 August 2027 at 08:29 BST UK time. It is traditionally called the Sturgeon Moon. **When is the new moon in August 2027?** 2 August 2027 at 11:05 BST UK time. **What is the best night for stargazing in August 2027?** Around the new moon on 2 August, when the sky is darkest. Pick a clear night and get away from streetlights. **What should I do on the new moon on 2 August 2027?** On the new moon on 2 August 2027 (11:05 BST), tradition suggests setting intentions: write down two or three things you want to grow this cycle and keep the note somewhere you'll see it. New moons are seen as a quiet, fresh start, good for planning rather than big action. **What does the first quarter moon on 9 August 2027 mean?** The first quarter moon on 9 August 2027 (05:54 BST) is half lit and growing, which tradition reads as a time to act on the intentions set at the new moon. It is a good night to review your list, take one practical step and notice what is resisting. **What does the last quarter moon on 25 August 2027 mean?** The last quarter moon on 25 August 2027 (03:27 BST) is half lit and shrinking, which tradition reads as a time to clear out, finish tasks and let go before the next new moon. A decluttering session or a smoke-cleansing of your space are popular ways to mark it. **What should I do on the new moon on 31 August 2027?** On the new moon on 31 August 2027 (18:41 BST), tradition suggests setting intentions: write down two or three things you want to grow this cycle and keep the note somewhere you'll see it. New moons are seen as a quiet, fresh start, good for planning rather than big action. ## Related - [← July 2027](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon-calendar/2027/july) - [September 2027 →](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon-calendar/2027/september) - [2027 moon calendar](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon-calendar/2027) - [Full moon names and dates](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/full-moons) - [Moon today](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon) --- Starseed UK describes spiritual uses as tradition and belief, never as health or medical claims. UK delivery £3.95, free over £40.