Moon Phase on August 2, 1985
On Friday, August 2, 1985 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 97% illuminated and 16.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, August 2, 1985
- Moon age
- 16.4 days
- Last Quarter
- in 6.3 days
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Moon Data for August 2, 1985
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 97.0%
- Moon age
- 16.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 388,521 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.
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About the Waning Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About August 2, 1985
What was the moon phase on August 2, 1985?
On Friday, August 2, 1985 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 97% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 2, 1985?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, July 31, 1985 and Friday, August 30, 1985.
Was there a new moon on August 2, 1985?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, July 17, 1985 and Friday, August 16, 1985.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 2, 1985?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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