Moon today · 20 July 2026
Neutral day for a haircut flower day
The Moon in Libra traditionally rules the kidneys and lower back — treat this area gently today.
Lunar calendar in the rhythm of the Moon
The lunar calendar follows the Moon as it cycles through its phases and travels through the twelve zodiac signs. For centuries people have timed haircuts, gardening, housework and self-care by these rhythms.
Lunatempo shows you the Moon exactly as it is today — phase, zodiac sign and illumination computed from precise astronomy — together with traditional guidance for the day.
All dates and times are shown in UTC.
Lunar calendar 2026
The lunar calendar follows the Moon as it cycles through its phases and travels through the twelve zodiac signs. For centuries…
Full Moon
A full moon occurs when the Moon stands opposite the Sun and its entire face is illuminated. It happens roughly every 29.5…
New Moon
A new moon occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and Sun and its lit side faces away from us. For a night or two the Moon…
Moon phases
The Moon stands between Earth and Sun and its night side faces us. A moment of reset — traditionally the best time to start…
Moon in the zodiac signs
The Moon moves through the whole zodiac in about 27.3 days, spending roughly 2–3 days in each sign. In lunar tradition the…
Hair care
Cutting hair by the Moon is one of the oldest pieces of lunar lore: the phase and sign of the Moon are said to influence how…
Gardening
Moon gardening divides the month by phase and by sign. The waxing moon favours everything that grows above ground, the waning…
Frequently asked questions
How often is there a full moon?
On average every 29.5 days — the length of the synodic lunar month. Most years have 12 full moons; occasionally a 13th appears, and the second full moon in one calendar month is called a “blue moon”.
Can I see the new moon?
Not at the exact moment — the lit side faces away from Earth. A day or two later a thin crescent appears low in the evening sky.
Do lunar haircuts really work?
There is no scientific evidence that the Moon affects hair growth — hair grows from follicles regardless of the sky. It is a beloved tradition: if it adds rhythm and intention to self-care, it costs nothing to follow.