Moon phase in ‘Ewa Gentry tonight
Waxing Gibbous
91% Illuminated
Tonight in ‘Ewa Gentry, the moon is in the Waxing Gibbous phase.
The moon is very bright tonight (91% 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 ‘Ewa Gentry, the Moon is highest at 23:21 (64°).
Cloud Forecast (Next 5h)
Best time to photograph the Moon tonight
Best Time to Shoot
23:21
Moon at transit: altitude 64° (high).
Rises: 17:21 (E) • Sets: 05:27 (W)
From 21.3°, you get a balanced view. Catch the Moonrise for the best landscape context.
No clear hour in next 5h (best 95% at 03:00).
Earth-Moon Distance
Near average distance
Camera Settings
Bright moon; try 'Looney 11' rule (f/11).
Where to look
- Moonrise: Look E at 17:21 for horizon compositions. Find a low, unobstructed e horizon (water/fields/rooftops help).
- Moonset: Look W at 05:27 for late-night shots.
- Highest point: 64° altitude at 23:21.
- Darkness: Best contrast between 19:40 and 05:07.
- Weather: Cloud cover is high—watch for brief gaps near 03:00.
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