Moon phase in Prince George tonight
Waning Gibbous
85% Illuminated
Tonight in Prince George, the moon is in the Waning Gibbous phase.
The moon is very bright tonight (85% illuminated). Deep-sky objects will be harder to see due to the natural light pollution, but it's a perfect opportunity to observe the lunar surface itself. The ISS will still be visible as it is much brighter than most stars. In Prince George, the Moon is highest at 05:33 (48°).
Cloud Forecast (Next 5h)
Best time to photograph the Moon tonight
Best Time to Shoot
05:33
Moon at transit: altitude 48° (medium). Warning: Transit is during daylight.
Rises: 22:22 (ENE)
From 53.9°, you get a balanced view. Catch the Moonrise for the best landscape context.
Clearest hour: 00:00 (clouds 5%).
Earth-Moon Distance
Near average distance
Camera Settings
Bright moon; try 'Looney 11' rule (f/11).
Where to look
- Moonrise: Look ENE at 22:22 for horizon compositions. Find a low, unobstructed ene horizon (water/fields/rooftops help).
- Highest point: 48° altitude at 05:33. Note: Transit occurs in daylight—moonrise/moonset may be better for photos.
- Darkness: Best contrast between 00:34 and 02:09.
Local Viewing Conditions
Rural / Semi-Rural
Decent darkness with some light domes.
Stars to look for this month
Look high in the sky after midnight for the Summer Triangle.
- Cygnus
- Sagittarius
- Aquila