Under the spellbinding glow of the full moon, the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru are transformed into a scene of mystical beauty. As the moon rises over the Andean mountains, its silver light cascades over the centuries-old stones, illuminating the intricate terraces and structures of this lost Incan city.
Perched high above the Urubamba River valley, Machu Picchu lies enshrouded in mystery. The full moon accentuates the enigma, casting ethereal shadows that dance across the abandoned plazas and through the empty doorways of forgotten temples. The lunar light reveals the architectural genius of the Incas, highlighting the precision of their stonework against the rugged backdrop of the surrounding peaks.
The night air is filled with a profound silence, broken only by the occasional rustle of leaves in the gentle breeze. The vast sky, an ocean of stars, crowns the site, creating a celestial spectacle that has watched over these ruins for centuries. In the distance, the silhouette of Huayna Picchu stands as a silent sentinel, its outline a stark contrast against the luminescent sky.
- 3 Sat Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 05:02 local time America/Lima
- 18 Sun New Moon New Moon 🕐 14:52 local time America/Lima
- 1 Sun Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 17:09 local time America/Lima
- 17 Tue New Moon New Moon 🕐 07:01 local time America/Lima
- 3 Tue Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 06:37 local time America/Lima
- 19 Thu New Moon New Moon 🕐 20:23 local time America/Lima
- 2 Thu Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 21:12 local time America/Lima
- 17 Fri New Moon New Moon 🕐 06:51 local time America/Lima
- 1 Fri Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 12:23 local time America/Lima
- 16 Sat New Moon New Moon 🕐 15:01 local time America/Lima
- 31 Sun Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 03:45 local time America/Lima
- 15 Mon New Moon New Moon 🕐 21:54 local time America/Lima
- 29 Mon Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 18:56 local time America/Lima
- 14 Tue New Moon New Moon 🕐 04:43 local time America/Lima
- 29 Wed Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 09:35 local time America/Lima
- 12 Wed New Moon New Moon 🕐 12:36 local time America/Lima
- 28 Fri Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 23:18 local time America/Lima
- 11 Fri New Moon New Moon 🕐 22:26 local time America/Lima
- 26 Sat Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 11:49 local time America/Lima
- 10 Sat New Moon New Moon 🕐 10:50 local time America/Lima
- 26 Mon Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 23:11 local time America/Lima
- 9 Mon New Moon New Moon 🕐 02:02 local time America/Lima
- 24 Tue Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 09:53 local time America/Lima
- 9 Wed New Moon New Moon 🕐 19:51 local time America/Lima
- 24 Thu Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 20:28 local time America/Lima
- 7 Thu New Moon New Moon 🕐 15:24 local time America/Lima
- 22 Fri Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 07:17 local time America/Lima
- 6 Sat New Moon New Moon 🕐 10:56 local time America/Lima
- 20 Sat Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 18:23 local time America/Lima
- 8 Mon New Moon New Moon 🕐 04:29 local time America/Lima
- 22 Mon Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 05:43 local time America/Lima
- 6 Tue New Moon New Moon 🕐 18:51 local time America/Lima
- 20 Tue Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 17:27 local time America/Lima
- 6 Thu New Moon New Moon 🕐 05:58 local time America/Lima
- 20 Thu Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 05:59 local time America/Lima
- 4 Fri New Moon New Moon 🕐 14:40 local time America/Lima
- 19 Sat Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 19:44 local time America/Lima
- 4 Sun New Moon New Moon 🕐 22:02 local time America/Lima
- 18 Sun Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 10:44 local time America/Lima
- 2 Mon New Moon New Moon 🕐 05:05 local time America/Lima
- 17 Tue Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 02:28 local time America/Lima
- 31 Tue New Moon New Moon 🕐 12:41 local time America/Lima
- 15 Wed Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 18:03 local time America/Lima
- 30 Thu New Moon New Moon 🕐 21:36 local time America/Lima
- 15 Fri Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 08:47 local time America/Lima
- 29 Fri New Moon New Moon 🕐 08:36 local time America/Lima
- 14 Sun Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 22:25 local time America/Lima
- 28 Sun New Moon New Moon 🕐 22:24 local time America/Lima
- 13 Mon Full Moon Full Moon 🕐 11:08 local time America/Lima
- 27 Mon New Moon New Moon 🕐 15:12 local time America/Lima
Times in local time · Machu Picchu (America/Lima) · Calculated after Meeus, accuracy ±2 min
In 2026 there are 13 full moons and 12 new moons. Times are shown in local time for Machu Picchu (America/Lima).
In 2027 there are 12 full moons and 13 new moons. Times are shown in local time for Machu Picchu (America/Lima).
The next full moon in Machu Picchu is on May 1, 2026 at 12:23 local time (America/Lima), in 19 days.
The next new moon in Machu Picchu is on April 17, 2026 at 06:51 local time (America/Lima), in 5 days.
Yes! In 2026 there is a Blue Moon in May – this month has two full moons.
The times are calculated using the Meeus astronomical algorithm (Jean Meeus, Astronomical Algorithms, Chapter 49) and are accurate to within approximately ±2 minutes. All times are displayed in the local timezone of Machu Picchu (America/Lima).
A full moon occurs when the Moon is on the opposite side of Earth from the Sun, making it appear fully illuminated. A new moon occurs when the Moon is between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from Earth. The cycle from one new moon to the next takes approximately 29.5 days (a lunar month).
Standing amidst these ruins under the full moon, one can’t help but feel a deep connection to the past. The moonlight not only illuminates the physical remnants of a once-great civilization but also touches something deeper within the soul. It’s a reminder of the fleeting nature of human endeavors and the eternal beauty of our world.
As the moon continues its nocturnal journey, casting its serene glow over Machu Picchu, the whispers of ancient spirits seem to float in the air, inviting us to ponder the mysteries of this magical place, suspended between the earth and the stars.
Dates for Full Moon at Machu Pichu in 2024
- Thursday, January 25, 2024, at 12:54 PM
- Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 07:30 AM
- Monday, March 25, 2024, at 01:58 AM
- Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 05:47 PM
- Thursday, May 23, 2024, at 07:52 AM
- Friday, June 21, 2024, at 07:08 PM
- Sunday, July 21, 2024, at 04:15 AM
- Monday, August 19, 2024, at 12:24 PM
- Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at 08:33 PM
- Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 05:26 AM
- Friday, November 15, 2024, at 04:29 PM
- Sunday, December 15, 2024, at 04:00 AM
Dates of the Full Moon for other cities and regions:
- Los Angeles – Full Moon
- Mexico City Full Moon
- New York Full Moon
- Ireland Full Moon Ireland
- London Full Moon
- Berlin – Full Moon
- Dhaka, Bangladesh, Full Moon
- Bangkok, Thailand Full Moon
- Hongkok – Full Moon
- Full Moon Sydney
