Moon phase in Stoney Creek tonight
Last Quarter
34% Illuminated
Tonight in Stoney Creek, the moon is in the Last Quarter phase.
With illumination at 34%, the sky will be relatively dark. This is an excellent time for stargazing. Faint objects like the Milky Way (if you are away from city lights) or the International Space Station will stand out clearly against the dark background. In Stoney Creek, the Moon is highest at 10:48 (27°).
Cloud Forecast (Next 5h)
Best time to photograph the Moon tonight
Best Time to Shoot
10:48
Moon at transit: altitude 27° (low). Warning: Transit is during daylight.
Rises: 06:02 (ESE) • Sets: 14:32 (WSW)
From 43.2°, you get a balanced view. Catch the Moonrise for the best landscape context.
No clear hour in next 5h (best 99% at 20:00).
Earth-Moon Distance
Near average distance
Camera Settings
Good altitude for sharp crater details.
Where to look
- Moonrise: Look ESE at 06:02 for horizon compositions. Find a low, unobstructed ese horizon (water/fields/rooftops help).
- Moonset: Look WSW at 14:32 for late-night shots.
- Highest point: 27° altitude at 10:48. Note: Transit occurs in daylight—moonrise/moonset may be better for photos.
- Darkness: Best contrast between 20:59 and 05:55.
- Weather: Cloud cover is high—watch for brief gaps near 20:00.
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