Moon Phase on June 23, 1987
On Tuesday, June 23, 1987 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 7% illuminated and 27.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Tuesday, June 23, 1987
- Moon age
- 27.0 days
- New Moon
- in 2.7 days
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Moon Data for June 23, 1987
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 7.0%
- Moon age
- 27.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Taurus → Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 399,194 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 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 June 23, 1987
What was the moon phase on June 23, 1987?
On Tuesday, June 23, 1987 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 7% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on June 23, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, June 11, 1987 and Saturday, July 11, 1987.
Was there a new moon on June 23, 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 23, 1987?
The moon moved from Taurus into Gemini during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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