Moon Phase on July 22, 1987
On Wednesday, July 22, 1987 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 10% illuminated and 26.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, July 22, 1987
- Moon age
- 26.5 days
- New Moon
- in 3.4 days
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Moon Data for July 22, 1987
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 10.1%
- Moon age
- 26.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 403,705 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 July 22, 1987
What was the moon phase on July 22, 1987?
On Wednesday, July 22, 1987 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 10% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on July 22, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, July 11, 1987 and Sunday, August 9, 1987.
Was there a new moon on July 22, 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 22, 1987?
The moon was in Gemini for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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