Moon Phase on August 16, 1992
On Sunday, August 16, 1992 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 92% illuminated and 17.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, August 16, 1992
- Moon age
- 17.5 days
- Last Quarter
- in 4.9 days
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Moon Data for August 16, 1992
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 91.6%
- Moon age
- 17.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces → Aries
- Distance from Earth
- 403,533 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 August 16, 1992
What was the moon phase on August 16, 1992?
On Sunday, August 16, 1992 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 92% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 16, 1992?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, August 13, 1992 and Saturday, September 12, 1992.
Was there a new moon on August 16, 1992?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, July 29, 1992 and Friday, August 28, 1992.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 16, 1992?
The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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