Moon Phase on December 16, 1987
On Wednesday, December 16, 1987 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 22% illuminated and 25.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, December 16, 1987
- Moon age
- 25.0 days
- New Moon
- in 4.3 days
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Moon Data for December 16, 1987
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 21.8%
- Moon age
- 25.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra → Scorpio
- Distance from Earth
- 385,036 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 December 16, 1987
What was the moon phase on December 16, 1987?
On Wednesday, December 16, 1987 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 22% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on December 16, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, December 5, 1987 and Monday, January 4, 1988.
Was there a new moon on December 16, 1987?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, November 21, 1987 and Sunday, December 20, 1987.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 16, 1987?
The moon moved from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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