Black Moon to occur on Dec. 30, 2024

Black Moon December 2024: How to See the Rare New Moon Phenomenon Tonight
On Monday, observers of the skies will once again have the opportunity to experience a rare "black moon." There was already a black moon on December 1, which makes this celestial phenomenon extremely rare.
December's black moon is a new moon phase: What it means for your zodiac sign
A black moon also refers to the new moon phase itself when the moon is positioned between Earth and the sun, making it nearly invisible from our view. The black moon is a new moon in Capricorn, an Earth sign associated with ambition, professional goals, societal structures and authority, according to Thomas.
A rare December Black Moon closes out 2024: The next one won’t appear for years
Between December 30 and 31, skywatchers will witness a rare celestial event—the Black Moon, the final astronomical phenomenon of 2024.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
That's because a black moon is the term for the second new moon to fall in a single calendar month, and new moons appear invisible to the naked eye from Earth. While new moons happen throughout the year, two new moons only fall in a single calendar month about once every 29 months, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
The rare 'black moon' of December 30 rises tonight
December 2024 will see a rare "black moon," a term for the second new moon in a calendar month. The second new moon of December will occur tonight, at 5:27 p.m. ET (2227 GMT) on Dec. 30, according to the U.S. Naval Observatory, two days after the waning moon passes by Mercury in the predawn sky.
December Black moon tonight: When, where and exactly how to spot rare cosmic phenomenon
A rare black moon, the likes of which have not been seen since 2022 and will not happen again until 2027, is set to happen tonight and hide the moon from stargazers
All About December's Rare Black New Moon and What It Means for Your Zodiac Sign
December's second new moon, nicknamed the Black Moon, is a rare event that takes place on Jan. 30. Here's how it affects your zodiac sign, according to celebrity astrologer Kyle Thomas' predictions.
Once in a 'black' moon? Rare lunar spectacle happening Monday night
You've probably heard of a "blue moon," a term used for two full moons in one calendar month. But have you heard of a "black moon?" The label describes a rare second new moon in a month. Per the U.S.
Once in a...black moon? Rare celestial event set for Monday
There will be a rare "black moon" on Dec. 30, but you're likely not going to notice anything that unusual if you look to the sky on Monday. Most people are familiar with blue moons, or at least the phrase "once in a blue moon.
'Black moon' phenomenon set to transform skies above Scotland tonight
Scots will be treated to a rare lunar phenomenon tonight, as a 'black moon' is set to give give stargazers a unique view of the sky. The unusual event only occurs once every two and a half years. Although it is not officially recognised in astronomy,
What is Black Moon? When can you watch the last rare celestial event of the year?
According to the US Naval Observatory, this rare occurrence will take place at 5.27 pm ET (2227 hours GMT) on. In some regions that are ahead of ET, Black Moon will oc
When's the next full moon? Dates for every one in 2025 and what time you can see them
There's a full moon shining in every calendar month of 2025 on these dates: Jan. 13, Feb. 12, March 14, April 13, May 12, ...
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The new moon in Capricorn is here to help you build a disciplined dream
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December’s New Moon Will Shake Things Up For These 3 Zodiac Signs
According to astrologer Nina Kahn, these signs will be most impacted by the energy of the new moon on Dec. 30, 2024.
What is a Black Moon? Here's what to know
Two new moons occur in one month, the second being a monthly Black Moon. In a season with four new moons, the third new moon is a seasonal Black Moon. When there are no new moons ...