Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on February 24

It's a new lunar phase tonight, which means the moon is nearly 50% lit up. With each night the Moon will appear bigger and brighter in our sky, until we reach the Full Moon, so keep reading to see what you can spot tonight.

What is today’s Moon phase?

As of Tuesday, Feb. 24, the Moon phase is First Quarter. According to NASA's Daily Moon Guide, 48% of the Moon will be lit up tonight.

Without any visual aids, you can see plenty, but three Mares will stand out the most: the Fecunditatis, Tranquillitatis, and Serenitatis.