Moon Phase on September 10, 1987
On Thursday, September 10, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 90% illuminated and 17.8 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, September 10, 1987
- Moon age
- 17.8 days
- Last Quarter
- in 4.5 days
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Moon Data for September 10, 1987
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 90.2%
- Moon age
- 17.8 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aries → Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 375,327 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 September 10, 1987
What was the moon phase on September 10, 1987?
On Thursday, September 10, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 90% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.8 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on September 10, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, September 7, 1987 and Wednesday, October 7, 1987.
Was there a new moon on September 10, 1987?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, August 24, 1987 and Wednesday, September 23, 1987.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 10, 1987?
The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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