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New Moon

Intentions · Beginnings · Manifestation

A New Moon occurs when the Moon is between Earth and Sun, so its illuminated side faces entirely away from us — which is why, unlike every other phase, you genuinely can't see it. It's not a sliver or a shadow; it's astronomically invisible, save for the rare moments it crosses directly in front of the sun and causes a solar eclipse. MOONX shows you exactly when the current lunar cycle began and counts down to the next New Moon for your location.

Next occurrence
In 7 days
Cycle window
Lunar day 1
Duration
1 lunar day
Illumination
1%

What the New Moon means

The New Moon marks day one of the roughly lunar month — everything from Waxing Crescent to Full Moon and back is measured from this reset point. Because there's nothing to see, the New Moon has become the cycle's symbolic starting line in journaling and goal-setting practices — a clean, literal blank slate before the Moon begins to grow again.

When is the next New Moon?

Upcoming New Moon dates and the Moon's zodiac sign
DateMoon in sign
Leo
Virgo
Libra
Scorpio
Sagittarius

Set intentions and manifesting new beginnings

The New Moon phase is a time of magic and wonder, a time to let your imagination soar and dream big. As the Moon remains hidden in the night sky, it represents the infinite possibilities that lie before us, just waiting to be discovered. During this phase, the energy is ripe for manifestation and bringing our deepest desires to life. It is a time to focus on what we truly want to create in our lives, and to set intentions that align with our hearts and souls. Let your passions guide you, and trust in the power of your dreams. It’s important to take these days to focus on yourself, your well-being, and your inner thoughts. Use this phase for self-reflection, self-care, and introspection. Connect with your intuition, journal your thoughts and meditate on your aspirations. Set intentions for the future and visualize your dreams. If a person takes advantage of the energy of the New Moon phase by setting intentions, doing inner work and planting the seeds for new beginnings, they should experience a sense of renewed energy, motivation, and focus towards achieving their goals and manifesting their desires. This can also lead to personal growth and development, increased self-awareness and the ability to create positive change in their life. The New Moon phase is a powerful time to tap into the energy of renewal and fresh starts. Embrace this time, and all the potential it holds. Trust that the universe is working in your favor, aligning the right opportunities and the right people to make your dreams a reality. Let your heart guide you, and let your passions lead the way.

What should you do during the period of New Moon for yourself and your wishes

✨ fill your body with physical energy 🛀 take a bath, have massage or make love 😉 write down, draw or use any other way to express your intentions 🎡 think (imagine) that your wish has come true 💖 feel joy within your body