FortudayNo. 1 · Oct · Wed
Best
Wed, Oct 28 · Moon in Gemini · Waning Gibbous
The Moon is in Gemini, the sign almanac Best Days lists for moving house.
Best days to move to a new home by the Moon · next 60 days
Days are worked out for America/New York, at local noon.
Only 6 good days in the next 60
No. 2 · Oct · Thu
Best
Thu, Oct 29 · Moon in Gemini · Waning Gibbous
The Moon is in Gemini, the sign almanac Best Days lists for moving house.
No. 3 · Nov · Tue
Best
Tue, Nov 24 · Moon in Gemini · Full Moon
The Moon is in Gemini, the sign almanac Best Days lists for moving house.
No. 4 · Nov · Wed
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Wed, Nov 25 · Moon in Gemini · Waning Gibbous
The Moon is in Gemini, the sign almanac Best Days lists for moving house.
No. 5 · Dec · Tue
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Tue, Dec 22 · Moon in Gemini · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Gemini, the sign almanac Best Days lists for moving house.
No. 6 · Dec · Wed
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Wed, Dec 23 · Moon in Gemini · Full Moon
The Moon is in Gemini, the sign almanac Best Days lists for moving house.
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- Oct28WedBestMoon in Gemini · Waning Gibbous
The Moon is in Gemini, the sign almanac Best Days lists for moving house.
- Oct29ThuBestMoon in Gemini · Waning Gibbous
The Moon is in Gemini, the sign almanac Best Days lists for moving house.
- Nov24TueBestMoon in Gemini · Full Moon
The Moon is in Gemini, the sign almanac Best Days lists for moving house.
- Nov25WedBestMoon in Gemini · Waning Gibbous
The Moon is in Gemini, the sign almanac Best Days lists for moving house.
- Dec22TueBestMoon in Gemini · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Gemini, the sign almanac Best Days lists for moving house.
- Dec23WedBestMoon in Gemini · Full Moon
The Moon is in Gemini, the sign almanac Best Days lists for moving house.
What the eight Moon phases mean
Old almanac lore, not science. The last column is the next time each phase shows at noon in your time zone.
| Phase | What you see | Almanac lore | Next |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | The Moon is dark and almost invisible. | Old almanac lore treats it as a time to rest, plan and start something quietly. | Nov 7 – Nov 10 |
| Waxing Crescent | A thin sliver lit on the right (northern hemisphere), growing each night. | Lore calls it a time to set intentions and begin building. | Nov 11 – Nov 14 |
| First Quarter | Half the disc is lit; the Moon is high at sunset. | Lore calls it a time to act, decide and push through obstacles. | Nov 15 – Nov 18 |
| Waxing Gibbous | More than half is lit and still growing. | Lore calls it a time to refine, adjust and get ready for the peak. | Nov 19 – Nov 22 |
| Full Moon | The whole disc is lit and rises around sunset. | Lore calls it a time of peak, completion and celebration. | Oct 27 |
| Waning Gibbous | More than half is lit, but shrinking each night. | Lore calls it a time to share, give thanks and pass things on. | Oct 28 – Oct 30 |
| Last Quarter | Half the disc is lit again, on the opposite side from the first quarter. | Lore calls it a time to let go, review and clear away what no longer works. | Oct 31 – Nov 2 |
| Waning Crescent | A thin sliver before dawn, fading toward the next New Moon. | Lore calls it a time to rest, finish up and prepare for a new cycle. | Nov 3 – Nov 6 |
Questions
Pick a moving day from the list of dates shown here, each with the Moon lore reason beside it. Moon lore names Gemini as the best Moon sign for moving house, and the phase can be any, so you can use the list to match a date to your moving plans and add it to your calendar.
Which days in the next 60 are best to move to a new home?
By traditional Moon-sign and phase lore, 6 days from Tue, Oct 27 to Fri, Dec 25 rate good or better. The nearest is Wed, Oct 28; the top pick is Wed, Oct 28.
How are Moon days worked out?
We take the Moon’s sign and phase at local noon in America/New York. If the Moon changes sign within two minutes of noon, the day is rated on the less favorable side.
Is this science?
No. It follows old almanac lore about the Moon. The Moon positions are real astronomy; the meaning given to them is tradition.
Which Moon sign is best for moving house?
In Moon lore, Gemini is the sign named for moving house. No other sign is listed as good for a move. No sign is listed as one to rule a day out for this activity.
What is the best Moon phase to move house?
In Moon lore, any phase works for a move on this site's list. The sign matters here, not the phase. A day in Gemini can fall under a waxing Moon or a waning Moon and still count as a best day.
Should I move on a new Moon or a full Moon?
Moon lore does not pick between them for moving. Either phase can show up on a best day as long as the Moon is in Gemini. Some families like one phase for personal reasons, and practice varies.
Which phase is best for the first night in a new home?
Moon lore gives no separate phase for the first night. The same guidance applies: look for the Moon in Gemini on your moving day. If you want a second opinion, the Tong Shu has its own day-by-day notes, but this list uses Moon lore only.
Can I trust a moving date picked by the Moon?
Treat it as a tradition to enjoy, not a rule. The Moon positions are real astronomy, but the meaning given to them is old lore. Book your movers and your lease dates first, then use the list to choose among the days that fit.