Moon Phase on Any DateHistorical Lunar Calendar Calculator

Discover the moon phase for any date in history or future. Calculate lunar cycles from 1900 to 2100 with precise astronomical data including illumination percentage and exact timing.

🗓️ Calculate moon phases for over 200 years of historical and future dates

Historical Moon Phase Calculator

Select any date between 1900 and 2100 to calculate the exact moon phase.

Our calculator uses precise astronomical algorithms for accuracy.

Popular Date Searches

Moon Phases During Historical Events

Moon Landing

July 20, 1969

Moon Phase:Waxing Crescent
Illumination:10%

Apollo 11 landed during a thin crescent moon

JFK Assassination

November 22, 1963

Moon Phase:Waxing Crescent
Illumination:25%

President Kennedy was assassinated during first quarter moon

Berlin Wall Fall

November 9, 1989

Moon Phase:Waxing Gibbous
Illumination:85%

The Berlin Wall fell under a nearly full moon

9/11 Attacks

September 11, 2001

Moon Phase:Waning Crescent
Illumination:15%

The attacks occurred during a thin waning crescent

How the Calculator Works

Astronomical Precision

  • Uses precise astronomical algorithms
  • Accounts for lunar orbital variations
  • Accurate to within minutes of actual moon phases
  • Covers dates from 1900 to 2100

What You Get

  • Exact moon phase name and type
  • Illumination percentage
  • Days since new moon
  • Visual representation of moon phase

Popular Use Cases

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Birthday Moon Phase

Discover what moon phase you were born under and its astrological significance.

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Historical Research

Research moon phases during historical events, battles, and significant dates.

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Gardening & Farming

Plan planting and harvesting dates based on historical lunar cycles.

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