Moon phases for October 2026

The Moon is currently in its waxing phase during mid-October 2026. Following the New Moon on October 10, the lunar illumination is increasing toward the First Quarter phase.

According to data from the National Institute of Meteorology (INMET), the key lunar phases for October 2026 include the Waning Moon on October 3, the New Moon on October 10, the First Quarter on October 18, and the Full Moon on October 26. The average lunar cycle, or lunation, lasts approximately 29.5 days.