Moon Phase on August 23, 1988
On Tuesday, August 23, 1988 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 79% illuminated and 10.3 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Tuesday, August 23, 1988
- Moon age
- 10.3 days
- Full Moon
- in 4.0 days
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Moon Data for August 23, 1988
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 78.9%
- Moon age
- 10.3 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 371,999 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 23, 1988
What was the moon phase on August 23, 1988?
On Tuesday, August 23, 1988 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 79% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 10.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 23, 1988?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, July 29, 1988 and Saturday, August 27, 1988.
Was there a new moon on August 23, 1988?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, August 12, 1988 and Sunday, September 11, 1988.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 23, 1988?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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