The Moon phase described is the waxing gibbous phase, which occurs after the first quarter phase and before a full moon, with the majority of the illuminated side becoming increasingly visible.
The phase of the Moon depicted in the description corresponds to the waxing gibbous phase.
This phase occurs during the week after the first quarter phase, where more of the Moon's illuminated half becomes visible from Earth, leading up to a full moon.
At the waxing gibbous phase, the Moon has not yet reached the full moon stage where it is opposite the Sun and its entire illuminated side is visible from Earth.
The waxing gibbous Moon rises in the afternoon and is visible for most of the night, setting in the early morning hours.
Its visibility throughout the night can be particularly helpful for activities like taking a romantic stroll or returning from a late-night study session.