Moon Phase on August 18, 1990
On Saturday, August 18, 1990 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 5% illuminated and 27.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Saturday, August 18, 1990
- Moon age
- 27.4 days
- New Moon
- in 2.0 days
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Moon Data for August 18, 1990
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 5.1%
- Moon age
- 27.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Cancer → Leo
- Distance from Earth
- 372,635 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 Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.
Questions About August 18, 1990
What was the moon phase on August 18, 1990?
On Saturday, August 18, 1990 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 5% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 18, 1990?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, August 6, 1990 and Wednesday, September 5, 1990.
Was there a new moon on August 18, 1990?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, July 22, 1990 and Monday, August 20, 1990.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 18, 1990?
The moon moved from Cancer into Leo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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