Moon phase in Medicine Hat tonight
Last Quarter
43% Illuminated
Tonight in Medicine Hat, the moon is in the Last Quarter phase.
The moon is moderately bright tonight. While it might wash out the faintest stars, you can still enjoy spotting major constellations and planets. The moon itself will be a beautiful sight, offering good contrast along the terminator line. In Medicine Hat, the Moon is highest at 10:07 (16°).
Cloud Forecast (Next 5h)
Best time to photograph the Moon tonight
Best Time to Shoot
10:07
Moon at transit: altitude 16° (low). Warning: Transit is during daylight.
Rises: 06:09 (SE) • Sets: 12:59 (SW)
From 50.0°, you get a balanced view. Catch the Moonrise for the best landscape context.
No clear hour in next 5h (best 100% at 23:00).
Earth-Moon Distance
Near average distance
Camera Settings
Good altitude for sharp crater details.
Where to look
- Moonrise: Look SE at 06:09 for horizon compositions. Find a low, unobstructed se horizon (water/fields/rooftops help).
- Moonset: Look SW at 12:59 for late-night shots.
- Highest point: 16° altitude at 10:07. Note: Transit occurs in daylight—moonrise/moonset may be better for photos.
- Darkness: Best contrast between 21:13 and 05:49.
- Weather: Cloud cover is high—watch for brief gaps near 23:00.
Local Viewing Conditions
Rural / Semi-Rural
Decent darkness with some light domes.
Stars to look for this month
Look high overhead for the Big Dipper and Leo.
- Leo
- Cancer
- Gemini