Moon Phase on October 20, 1984

On Saturday, October 20, 1984 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 22% illuminated and 24.9 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Saturday, October 20, 1984

Illumination22%
Moon age
24.9 days
New Moon
in 4.0 days

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Moon Data for October 20, 1984

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
22.3%
Moon age
24.9 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Leo → Virgo
Distance from Earth
366,251 km

Values are for 12:00 UTC. Illumination changes by only a few percent within a day, so they hold for the whole date almost anywhere on Earth.

About the Waning Crescent

A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.

Spiritual Meaning

A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.

Questions About October 20, 1984

What was the moon phase on October 20, 1984?

On Saturday, October 20, 1984 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 22% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.9 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on October 20, 1984?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, October 9, 1984 and Thursday, November 8, 1984.

Was there a new moon on October 20, 1984?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, September 25, 1984 and Wednesday, October 24, 1984.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 20, 1984?

The moon moved from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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