Half-lit last quarter moon shines bright tonight.
The moon will reach its third-quarter phase today, appearing half-lit tonight. A rare hybrid solar eclipse will occur during the upcoming new moon on April 20, visible from Western Australia, East Timor, and part of Indonesia. The moon will grow larger over the following two weeks, reaching the next full moon on May 5, known as the Flower Moon. Guides to telescopes, binoculars, cameras, and lenses for astrophotography are available for those interested in capturing the night sky.