The waning crescent — sometimes called the balsamic moon — is a time of rest. The cycle is ending; recover, protect your energy, and let things lie fallow before beginning again.
What the waning crescent moon looks like
A thin crescent on the left side (in the Northern Hemisphere), visible low in the east just before sunrise.
Waning Crescent moon rituals & magic
- Rest, sleep and dream work
- Protection and quiet warding
- Meditation and spiritual retreat
- Honoring ancestors
Best avoided: Pushing new projects — rest now so the next cycle starts strong.
Next waning crescent moon dates
- November 1 – November 9, 2026
- December 1 – December 9, 2026
- December 30 – January 7, 2027
- January 29 – February 6, 2027
Times are in UTC. See the full moon calendar.
