Lunar calendar

Lunar calendar

The fascination of the moon phases

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of lunar phases with our first-class lunar calendars. Lunar calendars are based on the phases of the moon. Unlike solar calendars, which are based on the solar year, the lunar calendar is based on the moon's orbit around the Earth, which takes approximately 29.5 days. This period is called the synodic month.

Types of lunar calendars

There are two main types of lunar calendars: pure lunar calendars and lunisolar calendars. Pure lunar calendars count months according to the phases of the moon and ignore the seasons, which are determined by the sun. Lunisolar calendars attempt to synchronize the phases of the moon and the seasons by adding additional months in certain years.

Lunar calendars are used for religious and agricultural purposes in many cultures . Examples include the Islamic calendar, the Buddhist calendar, and the Hebrew calendar.

In many modern societies, Gregorian or other solar calendars are used for civil purposes, while lunar calendars are often retained for religious or cultural purposes. In some cases, such as the Islamic calendar, they are also used for civil purposes.

Discover the fascinating world of lunar phases with our 2026 lunar calendar and be prepared for all the events of the coming year! Get your 2026 lunar calendar and the current lunar phase directly in your own calendar format.