Moon Phase on August 13, 1986

On Wednesday, August 13, 1986 the moon was a First Quarter, 55% illuminated and 7.8 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 02:22 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Wednesday, August 13, 1986

Illumination55%
Moon age
7.8 days
Full Moon
in 6.3 days

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Moon Data for August 13, 1986

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
54.7%
Moon age
7.8 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Scorpio → Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
370,371 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on August 13, 1986, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter02:22 UTCAug 13, 2:22 AM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About August 13, 1986

What was the moon phase on August 13, 1986?

On Wednesday, August 13, 1986 the moon was a First Quarter, with 55% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.8 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on August 13, 1986?

No. The closest full moons were on Monday, July 21, 1986 and Tuesday, August 19, 1986.

Was there a new moon on August 13, 1986?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, August 5, 1986 and Thursday, September 4, 1986.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 13, 1986?

The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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