Moon Phases in August 2026

Moon phases calendar for every day in August 2026. On August 1, 2026, the Moon is in the Waning Gibbous phase and 93% illuminated. Select any day to view moon phase details for that day.

August 2026

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August 1, 2026

Waning Gibbous

Illumination: 93%

The Moon is moving through its lunar cycle. Next major phase is Last Quarter.

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Moon Phases This Month

Last Quarter

5 August

Wed

New Moon

12 August

Wed

First Quarter

20 August

Thu

Full Moon

27 August

Thu

Good Days for Haircut this Month:

If you want faster hair growth: Aug 14, 2026 (Friday).

If you want slower regrowth (e.g., after shaving legs): Aug 2, 2026 (Sunday).

Haircut Moon Calendar

Good Days for Gardening this Month:

Planting leafy greens: Aug 14, 2026 (Friday).

Fruiting plants: Aug 22, 2026 (Saturday).

Root crops: Aug 2, 2026 (Sunday).

Harvesting: Aug 27, 2026 (Thursday).

Gardening Moon Calendar

Good Days for Surgery this Month:

Aug 14, 2026 (Friday)For planning purposes only.

Surgery Moon Calendar