What is the August 2028 moon calendar?
The August 2028 moon calendar shows every lunar phase for the month, including the New Moon on August 20, 2028 and the Full Moon on August 5, 2028. The dates are calculated from precision astronomical ephemeris data. In the Celtic Wheel of the Year and contemporary lunar-ritual practice, this is the working calendar, set an intention each new moon, release each full, and let the rhythm do the rest.
Key Moon Dates in August 2028
Full Moon
Saturday, August 5, 2028 · Moon in Aquarius
The Full Moon illuminates everything, gratitude and grief alike. Set your crystals in the moonlight tonight. Write what you're ready to release on a piece of paper and tear it up. The cycle continues.
Last Quarter
Sunday, August 13, 2028 · Moon in Taurus
The Last Quarter whispers: let go. What's finished? What's run its course? Name it, thank it, release it. The growing darkness is not emptiness, it's making room for what comes next.
New Moon
Sunday, August 20, 2028 · Moon in Leo
The New Moon invites you to plant a seed of intention. Find a quiet moment tonight, light a candle, hold your crystal, and whisper what you wish to grow. The darkness holds your secret safely.
First Quarter
Sunday, August 27, 2028 · Moon in Sagittarius
The First Quarter asks: are you still committed? The initial excitement has settled. Now comes the real work. Hold your crystal and recommit to your intention with one concrete action today.
Crystal of the Month, August
Citrine
Citrine harvests August's abundant energy, supporting gratitude and manifestation as summer ripens.
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Frequently asked questions about August 2028
When is the New Moon in August 2028?
The New Moon in August 2028 falls on August 20, 2028, in Leo. Many lunar-ritual practitioners observe the New Moon with a single-candle, single-intention practice, the moon's rhythm asks us to begin gently.
When is the Full Moon in August 2028?
The Full Moon in August 2028 falls on August 5, 2028, in Aquarius. Many cultures honor the Full Moon with cleansing rituals and visible-light reflection, set your crystals out under the night sky to charge them.
What crystal is recommended for August 2028?
Selene's crystal of the month for August is Citrine. Citrine harvests August's abundant energy, supporting gratitude and manifestation as summer ripens. CrystalStones.com describes this as a contemporary lunar-ritual pairing.
How accurate are these moon phase dates?
Moon phase dates are calculated using astronomy-engine with VSOP87/DE-440 ephemeris data, the same astronomical source professional observatories use. Phase instants are accurate to within minutes. Times shown are local; the exact astronomical moment depends on your time zone.