Moon Phase on October 27, 1988
On Thursday, October 27, 1988 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 93% illuminated and 17.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, October 27, 1988
- Moon age
- 17.3 days
- Last Quarter
- in 4.9 days
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Moon Data for October 27, 1988
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 92.7%
- Moon age
- 17.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Taurus → Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 373,272 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 Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About October 27, 1988
What was the moon phase on October 27, 1988?
On Thursday, October 27, 1988 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 93% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 27, 1988?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, October 25, 1988 and Wednesday, November 23, 1988.
Was there a new moon on October 27, 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 27, 1988?
The moon moved from Taurus into Gemini during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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