Moon Phase on October 19, 1989
On Thursday, October 19, 1989 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 72% illuminated and 20.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, October 19, 1989
- Moon age
- 20.0 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.1 days
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Moon Data for October 19, 1989
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 71.6%
- Moon age
- 20.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Gemini → Cancer
- Distance from Earth
- 373,012 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 19, 1989
What was the moon phase on October 19, 1989?
On Thursday, October 19, 1989 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 72% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 19, 1989?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, October 14, 1989 and Monday, November 13, 1989.
Was there a new moon on October 19, 1989?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, September 29, 1989 and Sunday, October 29, 1989.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 19, 1989?
The moon moved from Gemini into Cancer during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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