Moon phase in Sastamala tonight
Last Quarter
34% Illuminated
Tonight in Sastamala, 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 Sastamala, the Moon is highest at 09:43 (7°).
Cloud Forecast (Next 5h)
Best time to photograph the Moon tonight
Best Time to Shoot
09:43
Moon at transit: altitude 7° (low). Warning: Transit is during daylight.
Rises: 06:43 (SE)
At 61.3° 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
Moon is low; expect atmospheric blur.
Where to look
- Moonrise: Look SE at 06:43 for horizon compositions. Find a low, unobstructed se horizon (water/fields/rooftops help).
- Highest point: 7° altitude at 09:43. Note: Transit occurs in daylight—moonrise/moonset may be better for photos.
- Darkness: Best contrast between 20:57 and 04:16.
- 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