Moon Phase on August 27, 1985
On Tuesday, August 27, 1985 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 91% illuminated and 11.9 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Tuesday, August 27, 1985
- Moon age
- 11.9 days
- Full Moon
- in 2.9 days
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Moon Data for August 27, 1985
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 90.8%
- Moon age
- 11.9 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn → Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 382,442 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 Waxing Gibbous
The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.
Spiritual Meaning
Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.
Questions About August 27, 1985
What was the moon phase on August 27, 1985?
On Tuesday, August 27, 1985 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 91% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 11.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 27, 1985?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, July 31, 1985 and Friday, August 30, 1985.
Was there a new moon on August 27, 1985?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, August 16, 1985 and Saturday, September 14, 1985.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 27, 1985?
The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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