A black moon also refers to the new moon phase itself when the moon is positioned between Earth and the sun, making it nearly invisible from our view. The black moon is a new moon in Capricorn, an Earth sign associated with ambition, professional goals, societal structures and authority, according to Thomas.

December 2024 will see a rare "black moon," a term for the second new moon in a calendar month. The second new moon of December will occur at 5:27 p.m. ET (2227 GMT) on Dec. 30, according to the U.S. Naval Observatory, two days after the waning moon passes by Mercury in the predawn sky.

The Chinese Lunar New Year, starting Jan. 29, 2025, marks the Year of the Wood Snake. It’s celebrated for 15 days, ending on Feb. 12, or Lantern Festival.

Is the black moon really black? Everything to know about the rare black moon and when to watch the rare celestial event.

December's second new moon, nicknamed the Black Moon, is a rare event that takes place on Jan. 30. Here's how it affects your zodiac sign, according to celebrity astrologer Kyle Thomas' predictions.

On 30 December 2024, the rare Black Moon will occur, marking the second new moon of the month, a phenomenon that happens infrequently. While the Black Moon itself will be invisible, its occurrence creates ideal conditions for stargazing.

Witness the rare celestial event of 2024 as a Black Moon graces the night sky on December 30-31, offering stargazers a dazzling opportunity for clear views of the cosmos.

December 2024 will feature a rare Black Moon on December 30 at 5:27 p.m. ET. This second new moon of the month won't be visible, but its lack of moonlight will create ideal conditions for stargazing and viewing distant celestial objects.