Moon Phase on October 29, 1988
On Saturday, October 29, 1988 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 78% illuminated and 19.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Saturday, October 29, 1988
- Moon age
- 19.4 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.9 days
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Moon Data for October 29, 1988
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 77.8%
- Moon age
- 19.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Gemini → Cancer
- Distance from Earth
- 384,963 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 29, 1988
What was the moon phase on October 29, 1988?
On Saturday, October 29, 1988 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 78% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 29, 1988?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, October 25, 1988 and Wednesday, November 23, 1988.
Was there a new moon on October 29, 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 29, 1988?
The moon moved from Gemini into Cancer during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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