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Moon phases in October 2027
October 2027 has 4 principal moon phases, with the new moon on 29 October 2027 and the full Hunter's Moon on 15 October 2027. Below are exact UK times, a day-by-day table and the best nights for dark skies.
Moon phases in October 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 |
|---|---|---|
| First quarter | 7 October 2027 | 12:48 BST |
| Full moon | 15 October 2027 | 14:47 BST |
| Last quarter | 22 October 2027 | 18:29 BST |
| New moon | 29 October 2027 | 14:37 BST |
The full moon in October 2027
The Hunter's Moon is full on 15 October 2027 at 14:47 BST, rising over London at about 17:33.
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 26 October to 1 November. 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 October 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 Fri | Waxing crescent | 3% | 08:57 | 18:37 |
| 2 Sat | Waxing crescent | 8% | 10:22 | 18:59 |
| 3 Sun | Waxing crescent | 14% | 11:43 | 19:28 |
| 4 Mon | Waxing crescent | 22% | 12:57 | 20:06 |
| 5 Tue | Waxing crescent | 31% | 14:00 | 20:56 |
| 6 Wed | Waxing crescent | 41% | 14:49 | 21:56 |
| 7 Thu | First quarter | 50% | 15:25 | 23:03 |
| 8 Fri | Waxing gibbous | 60% | 15:52 | 00:13 |
| 9 Sat | Waxing gibbous | 69% | 16:12 | – |
| 10 Sun | Waxing gibbous | 77% | 16:28 | 01:25 |
| 11 Mon | Waxing gibbous | 84% | 16:41 | 02:35 |
| 12 Tue | Waxing gibbous | 91% | 16:53 | 03:46 |
| 13 Wed | Waxing gibbous | 96% | 17:06 | 04:56 |
| 14 Thu | Waxing gibbous | 99% | 17:19 | 06:09 |
| 15 Fri | Full moon | 100% | 17:33 | 07:23 |
| 16 Sat | Waning gibbous | 99% | 17:52 | 08:40 |
| 17 Sun | Waning gibbous | 96% | 18:17 | 10:00 |
| 18 Mon | Waning gibbous | 90% | 18:51 | 11:19 |
| 19 Tue | Waning gibbous | 83% | 19:39 | 12:32 |
| 20 Wed | Waning gibbous | 74% | 20:42 | 13:33 |
| 21 Thu | Waning gibbous | 64% | 21:59 | 14:19 |
| 22 Fri | Last quarter | 53% | 23:24 | 14:53 |
| 23 Sat | Waning crescent | 41% | 00:50 | 15:17 |
| 24 Sun | Waning crescent | 30% | – | 15:37 |
| 25 Mon | Waning crescent | 20% | 02:16 | 15:53 |
| 26 Tue | Waning crescent | 12% | 03:41 | 16:08 |
| 27 Wed | Waning crescent | 6% | 05:05 | 16:23 |
| 28 Thu | Waning crescent | 2% | 06:29 | 16:40 |
| 29 Fri | New moon | 0% | 07:53 | 17:00 |
| 30 Sat | Waxing crescent | 1% | 09:16 | 17:26 |
| 31 Sun | Waxing crescent | 5% | 09:35 | 17:00 |
Closest and farthest moon
- Apogee (farthest): 9 October 2027, 404,519 km
- Perigee (closest): 25 October 2027, 368,641 km
Meteor showers
- Orionids: peak around 21 October, about 20 an hour, from Halley's Comet. The moon is 69% lit that night.
Festivals on the Wheel of the Year
See our Wheel of the Year guide for traditions and ideas.
- Samhain: 31 October
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 October 2027?
15 October 2027 at 14:47 BST UK time. It is traditionally called the Hunter's Moon.
When is the new moon in October 2027?
29 October 2027 at 14:37 BST UK time.
What is the best night for stargazing in October 2027?
Around the new moon on 29 October, when the sky is darkest. Pick a clear night and get away from streetlights.
What does the first quarter moon on 7 October 2027 mean?
The first quarter moon on 7 October 2027 (12:48 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 22 October 2027 mean?
The last quarter moon on 22 October 2027 (18:29 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 29 October 2027?
On the new moon on 29 October 2027 (14:37 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.
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