Seasons and cycles

The seasons

The year’s crossings, given in UTC, and the next new and full moons. These are calculated dates, not a live feed from an observatory.

The Moon this season

Next new moon, about 9 November 2026 at 21:57 UTC.

Next full moon, about 24 November 2026 at 16:19 UTC.

Approximate. The error can be several hours. Do not use these times for an eclipse.

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20 March 2026, 14:46 UTC

Day and night near equal. A seasonal marker, not a required ritual.

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21 June 2026, 08:25 UTC

Longest day in the northern hemisphere. Dates are astronomical, rounded to the minute.

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23 September 2026, 00:05 UTC

The second near-equal day of the year.

21 December 2026, 20:50 UTC

Shortest day in the northern hemisphere. The southern hemisphere is opposite.

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20 March 2027, 20:25 UTC

The following March crossing. Still not a live almanac feed.

For solstice, equinox and seasonal rituals.