Moon Phase on October 20, 1988
On Thursday, October 20, 1988 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 72% illuminated and 9.5 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Thursday, October 20, 1988
- Moon age
- 9.5 days
- Full Moon
- in 4.7 days
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Moon Data for October 20, 1988
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 71.6%
- Moon age
- 9.5 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 367,431 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 October 20, 1988
What was the moon phase on October 20, 1988?
On Thursday, October 20, 1988 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 72% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 9.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 20, 1988?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, September 25, 1988 and Tuesday, October 25, 1988.
Was there a new moon on October 20, 1988?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, October 10, 1988 and Wednesday, November 9, 1988.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 20, 1988?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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