Moon Phase on August 6, 1993
On Friday, August 6, 1993 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 86% illuminated and 18.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, August 6, 1993
- Moon age
- 18.4 days
- Last Quarter
- in 4.1 days
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Moon Data for August 6, 1993
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 85.5%
- Moon age
- 18.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces → Aries
- Distance from Earth
- 405,020 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 6, 1993
What was the moon phase on August 6, 1993?
On Friday, August 6, 1993 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 86% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 6, 1993?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, August 2, 1993 and Wednesday, September 1, 1993.
Was there a new moon on August 6, 1993?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, July 19, 1993 and Tuesday, August 17, 1993.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 6, 1993?
The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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