Moon Phase on August 10, 1988
On Wednesday, August 10, 1988 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 4% illuminated and 27.7 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, August 10, 1988
- Moon age
- 27.7 days
- New Moon
- in 2.0 days
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Moon Data for August 10, 1988
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 3.9%
- Moon age
- 27.7 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Cancer → Leo
- Distance from Earth
- 401,056 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 August 10, 1988
What was the moon phase on August 10, 1988?
On Wednesday, August 10, 1988 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 4% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 10, 1988?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, July 29, 1988 and Saturday, August 27, 1988.
Was there a new moon on August 10, 1988?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, July 13, 1988 and Friday, August 12, 1988.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 10, 1988?
The moon moved from Cancer into Leo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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