Moon Phase on October 10, 1985

On Thursday, October 10, 1985 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 18% illuminated and 25.4 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Thursday, October 10, 1985

Illumination18%
Moon age
25.4 days
New Moon
in 3.7 days

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Moon Data for October 10, 1985

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
18.1%
Moon age
25.4 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Leo → Virgo
Distance from Earth
375,000 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 10, 1985

What was the moon phase on October 10, 1985?

On Thursday, October 10, 1985 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 18% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.4 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on October 10, 1985?

No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, September 29, 1985 and Monday, October 28, 1985.

Was there a new moon on October 10, 1985?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, September 14, 1985 and Monday, October 14, 1985.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 10, 1985?

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

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