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Catch February's Third Quarter Moon: Viewing Tips Inside!

2/9/2026

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The third quarter Moon will rise in the southeast on February 9 and peak at 10:48 a.m. EST.
North American observers can view the half-lit Moon after midnight on February 10.
Craters Herchel, Ptolemaeus, and Alphonsus will be visible.
The Montes Appenninus mountain range can be seen near the lunar terminator.
Space.com invites lunar photos for sharing with readers and provides telescope and binoculars recommendations for lunar observers.

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Story summary

The third quarter Moon will rise in the southeast on February 9 and peak at 10:48 a.m. EST.
North American observers can view the half-lit Moon after midnight on February 10.
Craters Herchel, Ptolemaeus, and Alphonsus will be visible.
The Montes Appenninus mountain range can be seen near the lunar terminator.
Space.com invites lunar photos for sharing with readers and provides telescope and binoculars recommendations for lunar observers.