Lunar Calendar for Friday, December 24, 2027
Moon in Scorpio · waning crescent · lunar day 27
- 11% illuminated
- Element Water
- Wet day
- 240,985 miles (387,828 km)
At , the Moon moves into Sagittarius.
Feelings run deep and intuition is sharp. Scorpio days suit concentrated work and plain truth. Keep passions in hand.
Waning crescent
Only a crescent remains, visible in the eastern sky before sunrise. The lunar cycle is closing. In lunar tradition, these quiet days suit rest and wrapping up—the next new moon is near.
On its monthly path across the sky, the Moon is now descending: seen from the Northern Hemisphere, each day it crosses the sky a little lower than the day before. In planting tradition, the descending Moon draws strength toward the roots—a time for planting, transplanting, and pruning.
Element of the day
- Element
- Water
- Day character
- Wet
A wet water day in Scorpio is an intense one in tradition; feelings tend to run high.
Lunar day 27
The twenty-seventh lunar day brings calm and insight; it suits a slow pace and undemanding activities.
Lunar days are counted from the new moon: day 1 begins at the new moon, and a cycle has 29 or 30 of them. Tradition gives each day its own character.
Health by lunar tradition
In lunar tradition, extra care goes to the reproductive organs and urinary tract.
Under a waning Moon, rest serves the lower belly best. An early night and a cup of chamomile tea are the traditional measures.
Scorpio days belong to the lower belly, and lunar tradition advises against hair removal on these days.
Yarrow or lady’s mantle tea is the traditional herbal companion on Scorpio days.
December is hard on sleep and digestion: keep bedtimes regular, even between holiday parties. Balance dry indoor heat with fresh air and fluids.
Food by lunar tradition
- Favored today
- Carbohydrates and starches
Scorpio days belong to carbohydrates. Whole grains, potatoes, and legumes are the day’s staples, and tradition keeps bread, pasta, and rice to modest portions.
Under a waning Moon, tradition trims the carbohydrates and adds vegetables.
In lunar lore, the last days before the new moon prepare the body for a new cycle.
December offers the winter classics: cabbage, beets, dried fruit, nuts, and citrus for vitamin C. Between holiday feasts, give the body lighter days too.
Reach for seasonal foods that suit the day: potatoes, porridge, and whole-grain bread.
Tip of the day: a bowl of oatmeal for breakfast; carbohydrates are processed well today, tradition says.
Garden by the moon
- Plant part
- Leaf
December lets the soil rest: beds covered with leaves or evergreen boughs come through winter better. Check stored produce and tools, and keep the bird feeders full. Cress grows on the windowsill, and next year’s bed plan grows in the warmth of the house.
Scorpio days are leaf days: leafy greens, herbs, and watering get the attention. Herbalists gather herbs for the bladder and the reproductive organs on Scorpio days.
A waning Moon in winter favors houseplants: repot them, remove dry leaves, and in the cellar you can prepare rootstocks and scions for grafting.
On leaf days the leafy vegetables and herbs ask for attention: Brussels sprouts and cress.
This is the time to harvest Brussels sprouts.
Seasonal advice is for the Northern Hemisphere’s temperate zone; south of the equator, swap the seasons. For the best days of the month, see planting by the moon and the lunar hair calendar.
Frequently asked questions
What moon is December 24th?
On December 24, 2027, the Moon is a waning crescent, 11% lit, in the sign of Scorpio. It is day 27 of the lunar cycle.
Is December 24, 2027 a full moon?
No. On December 24, 2027, the Moon is a waning crescent. The nearest full moon after that date is January 12, 2028.
What day is the full moon in December 2027?
The full moon in December 2027 is the Cold Moon on December 13, 2027, at 4:09 PM UTC.
The whole month day by day: lunar calendar December 2027; the whole year at a glance: lunar calendar 2027.