Moon Phase on June 12, 1987
On Friday, June 12, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 99% illuminated and 15.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, June 12, 1987
- Moon age
- 15.5 days
- Last Quarter
- in 6.0 days
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Moon Data for June 12, 1987
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 99.2%
- Moon age
- 15.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 359,484 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 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 June 12, 1987
What was the moon phase on June 12, 1987?
On Friday, June 12, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 99% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 15.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on June 12, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, June 11, 1987 and Saturday, July 11, 1987.
Was there a new moon on June 12, 1987?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, May 27, 1987 and Friday, June 26, 1987.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on June 12, 1987?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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