Moon phase today shows gibbous crescent on April 24, 2026

The moon appears in the gibbous crescent phase this Friday, April 24, 2026. Ela has completed seven days since the new moon and shows about 52% of its surface illuminated. The phenomenon can be observed from the end of the afternoon on Brasil.

The lunar cycle follows the natural movement of the moon around Terra. Depois of the new moon on April 17, the visible portion illuminated by the sun gradually increases. Nesta stage, the oblong shape stands out in the night sky.

Lua reaches 52% enlightenment on April 24th

The moon’s illumination reaches 52% on this date. Isso means that more than half of the lunar disk is visible to those looking from the southern hemisphere.

The exact time of the previous transition occurred on April 23, around 11:33 pm in Brasília’s time zone. Desde then the moon continues to grow.

Observadores notice the difference night after night. The illuminated part expands towards the right side when viewed from the Brasil.

• The current phase is crescent gibbous
• Iluminação approximated 52%
• Idade seven-day lunar
• Visível mostly after sunset

Calendário of moon phases in April 2026

Abril started with a full moon on the 1st. The first quarter moon came on the 10th. The new moon appeared on the 17th. The first quarter moon came on the 23rd.

Agora the cycle progresses to the growing gibbous. The next full moon should occur at the end of the month.

Quem follows the sky and may notice the moon getting higher and higher on the horizon at dusk. The phenomenon does not require special equipment. Binóculos or simple telescope helps to see surface details.

Como identify the gibbous crescent phase

The crescent gibbosa has a rounded shape, but not yet full. The illuminated edge appears convex on both sides.

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Diferente of the crescent moon, which forms a perfect semicircle, the gibbous is more than 50% illuminated. Light comes from the sun and reflects off the moon.

No Brasil, the best time to observe is between late afternoon and early morning. The moon sets later as the phase progresses.

What changes in the sky as the phase advances

The gibbous crescent moon illuminates the night sky more. Isso may interfere with the observation of fainter stars or objects such as planets.

Astrônomos amateurs take advantage of the nights to record the lunar progress. Sky Aplicativos shows the exact position and percentage of illumination in real time.

The distance between the moon and Terra varies little during this period. The complete cycle lasts about 29.5 days.

Próximas moon phases in 2026

Depois of the crescent gibbous, the full moon arrives in May. The last quarter follows the monthly pattern.

Quem plans for outdoor activities can use the lunar calendar as a reference. Pescadores, farmers and sky photographers follow the changes.

The current phase offers good visibility without the intense glare of the full moon.