If you aren’t planning to observe the Moon itself, it’s best to do your observing during a time of the month when the Moon isn’t very full.
If you aren’t planning to observe the Moon itself, it’s best to do your observing during a time of the month when the Moon isn’t very full. The best time is during a new or crescent Moon. This way, the Moon’s bright light won’t blind your view of fainter objects like planets.