We're inching closer to the New Moon, which means for the next few nights the moon is going to look smaller and smaller to us. This is because of where we are in the lunar cycle, a series of unique phases of the moon that occur over 29.5 days.

What is today’s moon phase?

As of Tuesday, Oct. 14, the moon phase is Waning Crescent. Tonight, only 42% will be lit up, according to NASA's Daily Moon Observation .

Waning Crescent is the last phase before we reach the new moon, and with each day until then, the visibility will decrease. But for now, there's still plenty to see on the moon's surface tonight. With just your naked eye, enjoy a glimpse of the Tycho Crater, Oceanus Procellarum, and the Kepler Crater. With binoculars you'll see even more, including the Gassendi and Alphonsus Crate

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