Moon Phase on August 23, 1989
On Wednesday, August 23, 1989 the moon was a Last Quarter, 53% illuminated and 21.8 days old. This was the day of the exact last quarter at 18:40 UTC.
Waning · Moon phase
Last Quarter
Wednesday, August 23, 1989
- Moon age
- 21.8 days
- New Moon
- in 7.7 days
See today’s moonrise and moonset times where you are.
Moon Data for August 23, 1989
- Phase
- Last Quarter
- Illumination
- 53.3%
- Moon age
- 21.8 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Taurus → Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 371,940 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.
Exact Phase Time
| Phase | Date | Time (UTC) | Your local time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Last Quarter | 18:40 UTC | Aug 23, 6:40 PM UTC |
Nearest New and Full Moons
Moon Phases in August 1989
About the Last Quarter
Half of the moon is illuminated as it continues to wane. This phase represents release, forgiveness, and letting go of what no longer serves you.
Spiritual Meaning
Focus on releasing old patterns, forgiving yourself and others, and making space for new growth in the next cycle.
Questions About August 23, 1989
What was the moon phase on August 23, 1989?
On Wednesday, August 23, 1989 the moon was a Last Quarter, with 53% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 21.8 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 23, 1989?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, August 17, 1989 and Friday, September 15, 1989.
Was there a new moon on August 23, 1989?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, August 1, 1989 and Thursday, August 31, 1989.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 23, 1989?
The moon moved from Taurus into Gemini during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
Look Up Another Date
Find the moon phase on a birthday, wedding day or any other date.