It might look full, but the moon isn't at 100% illumination tonight. We still have a few days to go, but that doesn't make tonight's moon any less exciting.

Keep reading to find out what's happening tonight, October 5.

What is today’s moon phase?

As of Sunday, Oct. 5, the moon phase is Waxing Gibbous, and according to NASA's Daily Moon Observation , 96% of its surface is illuminated tonight.

With so much of the moon on display, there's a lot we can look out for. Some of the highlights include: the Copernicus Crater, the Aristarchus Plateau, and the Mare Tranquillitatis, all visible without any visual aids. With binoculars, you'll also see the Apennine Mountains, the Mare Frigoris, and the Endymion Crater. If you have a telescope, you can also spot the Apollo 16 and 17 landing spots

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