Moon phase in Nokia tonight
Waxing Gibbous
96% Illuminated
Tonight in Nokia, the moon is in the Waxing Gibbous phase.
The moon is very bright tonight (96% 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 Nokia, the Moon is highest at 00:37 (27°).
Cloud Forecast (Next 5h)
Best time to photograph the Moon tonight
Best Time to Shoot
00:37
Moon at transit: altitude 27° (low).
Rises: 18:48 (E) • Sets: 06:50 (W)
At 61.5° latitude, the Moon often stays low on the horizon, creating long atmospheric paths ideal for 'big moon' photos but softer details.
No clear hour in next 5h (best 100% at 20:00).
Earth-Moon Distance
Near average distance
Camera Settings
Bright moon; try 'Looney 11' rule (f/11).
Where to look
- Moonrise: Look E at 18:48 for horizon compositions. Find a low, unobstructed e horizon (water/fields/rooftops help).
- Moonset: Look W at 06:50 for late-night shots.
- Highest point: 27° altitude at 00:37.
- Darkness: Best contrast between 21:48 and 04:47.
- 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 east in the evening to see Pegasus rising.
- Pegasus
- Cassiopeia
- Cygnus