Moon Phase on July 16, 1987
On Thursday, July 16, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 64% illuminated and 20.8 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, July 16, 1987
- Moon age
- 20.8 days
- Last Quarter
- in 1.3 days
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Moon Data for July 16, 1987
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 64.4%
- Moon age
- 20.8 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces → Aries
- Distance from Earth
- 376,887 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 July 16, 1987
What was the moon phase on July 16, 1987?
On Thursday, July 16, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 64% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.8 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on July 16, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, July 11, 1987 and Sunday, August 9, 1987.
Was there a new moon on July 16, 1987?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, June 26, 1987 and Saturday, July 25, 1987.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on July 16, 1987?
The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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