Moon Phases in October 2026

Moon phases calendar for every day in October 2026. On October 1, 2026, the Moon is in the Waning Gibbous phase and 75% illuminated. Select any day to view moon phase details for that day.

October 2026

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October 1, 2026

Waning Gibbous

Illumination: 75%

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

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Moon Phases This Month

Last Quarter

3 October

Sat

New Moon

10 October

Sat

First Quarter

18 October

Sun

Full Moon

25 October

Sun

Good Days for Haircut this Month:

If you want faster hair growth: Oct 12, 2026 (Monday).

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

Haircut Moon Calendar

Good Days for Gardening this Month:

Planting leafy greens: Oct 12, 2026 (Monday).

Fruiting plants: Oct 20, 2026 (Tuesday).

Root crops: Oct 2, 2026 (Friday).

Harvesting: Oct 25, 2026 (Sunday).

Gardening Moon Calendar

Good Days for Surgery this Month:

Oct 12, 2026 (Monday)For planning purposes only.

Surgery Moon Calendar