A Rare Black Moon Rises on August 23rd: Here’s What You Need to Know

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On August 23, 2025, at exactly 2:06 AM EDT, the sky welcomes a rare astrological event—a seasonal Black Moon. For many, New Moons are familiar opportunities to reset and recalibrate. But this particular New Moon brings an extra edge. It’s not only a symbolic reset—it’s also the third New Moon in a single season, a phenomenon known as a seasonal Black Moon.

While not visible to the naked eye, this lunar phase can be deeply felt. Astronomically, the New Moon occurs when the Moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun. Because the side facing Earth receives no sunlight, it appears invisible in the night sky. But energetically? Its impact can be monumental.

This New Moon arrives in Virgo, a zodiac sign associated with responsibility, health, order, and intention