Moon Phase on August 4, 1987
On Tuesday, August 4, 1987 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 68% illuminated and 9.1 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Tuesday, August 4, 1987
- Moon age
- 9.1 days
- Full Moon
- in 4.9 days
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Moon Data for August 4, 1987
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 68.3%
- Moon age
- 9.1 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 372,115 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 Waxing Gibbous
The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.
Spiritual Meaning
Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.
Questions About August 4, 1987
What was the moon phase on August 4, 1987?
On Tuesday, August 4, 1987 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 68% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 9.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 4, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, July 11, 1987 and Sunday, August 9, 1987.
Was there a new moon on August 4, 1987?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, July 25, 1987 and Monday, August 24, 1987.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 4, 1987?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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