We're nearing the end of the current lunar cycle, with the New Moon just days away. The lunar cycle is a 29.5-day series of eight unique phases of the moon's visibility. Right now, we're on day 25. According to NASA , these different phases happen as the Sun lights up different parts of the moon whilst it orbits Earth, so let's see what's happening with the moon tonight, Sept. 17.

What is today’s moon phase?

As of Wednesday, Sept. 17, the moon phase is Waning Crescent, and it is 18% lit up to us on Earth, according to NASA's Daily Moon Observation .

Visibility is low right now, due to the percentage of the moon that is lit up, but you can still see various features on the moon's surface. With no visual aids, you can still catch a glimpse of the Aristarchus Plateau and Kepler Crate

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