New Moon - Black Moon
Sat, 23 Aug
|Global Event
Embrace the quiet power of the New Moon, a celestial moment for setting intentions and sowing the seeds of future dreams. Dive into the darkness for reflection and renewal, where new beginnings take root. Don't miss this subtle yet profound lunar event.
Time & Location
23 Aug 2025, 6:06 pm – 24 Aug 2025, 6:06 pm
Global Event
About the event
A New Moon occurs when the Moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from Earth because the side facing us is not illuminated. This marks the start of a new lunar cycle, occurring roughly every 29.5 days. A Black Moon is a special type of new moon, defined as the second new moon in a single calendar month, a rare event happening approximately every 29 months. In August 2025, the first new moon is on August 7, and the Black Moon occurs on August 23.
Influence on Nature:
Tides: New Moons, including the Black Moon, contribute to spring tides, characterized by the lowest low tides and highest high tides due to the Sun, Earth, and Moon’s alignment.
Animal Behavior: The darkness of a New Moon, especially a Black Moon, can alter nocturnal animals’ behavior, making hunting or mating more secretive or challenging due to the lack…