Moon Phase on September 16, 1986
On Tuesday, September 16, 1986 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 96% illuminated and 13.0 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Tuesday, September 16, 1986
- Moon age
- 13.0 days
- Full Moon
- in 1.7 days
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Moon Data for September 16, 1986
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 96.3%
- Moon age
- 13.0 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 375,958 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 September 16, 1986
What was the moon phase on September 16, 1986?
On Tuesday, September 16, 1986 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 96% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 13.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on September 16, 1986?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, August 19, 1986 and Thursday, September 18, 1986.
Was there a new moon on September 16, 1986?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, September 4, 1986 and Friday, October 3, 1986.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 16, 1986?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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