July's third quarter moon phase occurs at 8:38 EDT (0038 GMT) on July 17. At this moment, skywatchers in the northern ...

The moon at first quarter can be likened to the capital letter "D," a half circle, with its straight side on the left. This assumes you’re looking from the northern hemisphere.

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The moon at first quarter can be likened to the capital letter "D," a half circle, with its straight side on the left. This assumes you’re looking from the northern hemisphere.

According to NASA, the moon will reach first quarter, or 50% illuminated, just before 11 p.m. EST, in the Northern Hemisphere on June 2. The exact timing will differ based on location.

First quarter is the third phase of the moon's eight lunar phases. The cycle repeats about every 29.5 days, according to NASA . During the first quarter phase, one half of the moon will appear ...

The moon at first quarter can be likened to the capital letter "D," a half circle, with its straight side on the left. This assumes you’re looking from the northern hemisphere.

The moon reaches first quarter on Saturday, August 18. This week, watch as the moon puffs out, in its waxing… News Sports Entertainment Lifestyle Opinion Advertise Obituaries eNewspaper Legals ...

The moon at first quarter can be likened to the capital letter "D," a half circle, with its straight side on the left. This assumes you’re looking from the northern hemisphere.