First quarter · Astronomical event
First Quarter Moon in Capricorn
Sunday, 18 October 2026 · exactly at 16:00 · UTC
The First Quarter is a moment of testing: what from the New Moon’s intention asks for a decision now?
The waxing Moon in Capricorn forms a square with the Sun — halfway from the new moon to the full moon.
The first quarter is a phase in which the Moon is roughly halfway from the new moon to the full moon and forms a right angle with the Sun. In astrology, it is traditionally associated with a time of action, making an effort, and checking how initiated plans are developing; the sign of Capricorn relates to responsibility, structure, and consequences. You may treat this time as an opportunity to notice what requires organization or perseverance, without determining specific events in advance. Within the stated timeframe, the phase lasts approximately one day, from October 18 to 19, 2026.