Moon Phase on April 18, 1987

On Saturday, April 18, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 77% illuminated and 19.5 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Saturday, April 18, 1987

Illumination77%
Moon age
19.5 days
Last Quarter
in 2.4 days

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Moon Data for April 18, 1987

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
76.7%
Moon age
19.5 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Sagittarius → Capricorn
Distance from Earth
368,647 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 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 April 18, 1987

What was the moon phase on April 18, 1987?

On Saturday, April 18, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 77% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.5 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on April 18, 1987?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, April 14, 1987 and Wednesday, May 13, 1987.

Was there a new moon on April 18, 1987?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, March 29, 1987 and Tuesday, April 28, 1987.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 18, 1987?

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

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