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Moon phases in March 2027
March 2027 has 4 principal moon phases, with the new moon on 8 March 2027 and the full Worm Moon on 22 March 2027. Below are exact UK times, a day-by-day table and the best nights for dark skies.
Moon phases in March 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 | 8 March 2027 | 09:30 GMT |
| First quarter | 15 March 2027 | 16:25 GMT |
| Full moon | 22 March 2027 | 10:44 GMT |
| Last quarter | 30 March 2027 | 01:54 BST |
The full moon in March 2027
The Worm Moon is full on 22 March 2027 at 10:44 GMT, rising over London at about 18:48.
Read the story behind the name on our full moon names pages.
Best nights for dark skies
The darkest skies this month fall around the new moon, roughly 5 March to 11 March. 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 March 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 Mon | Waning crescent | 38% | 03:28 | 10:10 |
| 2 Tue | Waning crescent | 29% | 04:16 | 11:08 |
| 3 Wed | Waning crescent | 21% | 04:53 | 12:14 |
| 4 Thu | Waning crescent | 14% | 05:19 | 13:25 |
| 5 Fri | Waning crescent | 8% | 05:39 | 14:39 |
| 6 Sat | Waning crescent | 3% | 05:55 | 15:52 |
| 7 Sun | Waning crescent | 1% | 06:08 | 17:05 |
| 8 Mon | New moon | 0% | 06:20 | 18:19 |
| 9 Tue | Waxing crescent | 1% | 06:31 | 19:33 |
| 10 Wed | Waxing crescent | 5% | 06:44 | 20:51 |
| 11 Thu | Waxing crescent | 10% | 06:58 | 22:11 |
| 12 Fri | Waxing crescent | 18% | 07:16 | 23:34 |
| 13 Sat | Waxing crescent | 27% | 07:40 | – |
| 14 Sun | Waxing crescent | 37% | 08:14 | 00:56 |
| 15 Mon | First quarter | 48% | 09:04 | 02:11 |
| 16 Tue | Waxing gibbous | 59% | 10:11 | 03:12 |
| 17 Wed | Waxing gibbous | 70% | 11:32 | 03:58 |
| 18 Thu | Waxing gibbous | 80% | 13:01 | 04:30 |
| 19 Fri | Waxing gibbous | 89% | 14:31 | 04:53 |
| 20 Sat | Waxing gibbous | 95% | 15:59 | 05:10 |
| 21 Sun | Waxing gibbous | 99% | 17:24 | 05:25 |
| 22 Mon | Full moon | 100% | 18:48 | 05:39 |
| 23 Tue | Waning gibbous | 98% | 20:11 | 05:52 |
| 24 Wed | Waning gibbous | 95% | 21:33 | 06:08 |
| 25 Thu | Waning gibbous | 89% | 22:53 | 06:26 |
| 26 Fri | Waning gibbous | 82% | – | 06:50 |
| 27 Sat | Waning gibbous | 74% | 00:08 | 07:21 |
| 28 Sun | Waning gibbous | 65% | 02:15 | 09:03 |
| 29 Mon | Last quarter | 55% | 03:09 | 09:57 |
| 30 Tue | Last quarter | 46% | 03:50 | 11:00 |
| 31 Wed | Waning crescent | 36% | 04:21 | 12:10 |
Closest and farthest moon
- Apogee (farthest): 3 March 2027, 405,206 km
- Perigee (closest): 19 March 2027, 366,426 km
- Apogee (farthest): 31 March 2027, 404,315 km
Festivals on the Wheel of the Year
See our Wheel of the Year guide for traditions and ideas.
- Ostara, the spring equinox: 20 March 2027, 20:24 GMT
Using the moon this month
Moon gardeners traditionally sow leafy crops as the moon waxes and root crops as it wanes. It is folklore rather than science, but it gives the month a pleasant rhythm. See our moon gardening guide.
Moon pieces from the shop
Questions answered
When is the full moon in March 2027?
22 March 2027 at 10:44 GMT UK time. It is traditionally called the Worm Moon.
When is the new moon in March 2027?
8 March 2027 at 09:30 GMT UK time.
What is the best night for stargazing in March 2027?
Around the new moon on 8 March, when the sky is darkest. Pick a clear night and get away from streetlights.
What should I do on the new moon on 8 March 2027?
On the new moon on 8 March 2027 (09:30 GMT), 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 15 March 2027 mean?
The first quarter moon on 15 March 2027 (16:25 GMT) 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 30 March 2027 mean?
The last quarter moon on 30 March 2027 (01:54 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.
Key facts (summary)
- March 2027 has 4 principal moon phases, with the new moon on 8 March 2027 and the full Worm Moon on 22 March 2027.
- 22 March 2027 at 10:44 GMT UK time.
- 8 March 2027 at 09:30 GMT UK time.
- Around the new moon on 8 March, when the sky is darkest.
- On the new moon on 8 March 2027 (09:30 GMT), 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.
- The first quarter moon on 15 March 2027 (16:25 GMT) is half lit and growing, which tradition reads as a time to act on the intentions set at the new moon.
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