Moon Phase on November 18, 1987
On Wednesday, November 18, 1987 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 9% illuminated and 26.7 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, November 18, 1987
- Moon age
- 26.7 days
- New Moon
- in 2.8 days
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Moon Data for November 18, 1987
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 9.0%
- Moon age
- 26.7 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 385,920 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 November 18, 1987
What was the moon phase on November 18, 1987?
On Wednesday, November 18, 1987 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 9% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on November 18, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, November 5, 1987 and Saturday, December 5, 1987.
Was there a new moon on November 18, 1987?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, October 22, 1987 and Saturday, November 21, 1987.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on November 18, 1987?
The moon was in Libra for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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