Moon Phase on August 16, 1993
On Monday, August 16, 1993 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 3% illuminated and 28.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Monday, August 16, 1993
- Moon age
- 28.0 days
- New Moon
- in 1.3 days
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Moon Data for August 16, 1993
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 2.6%
- Moon age
- 28.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Cancer → Leo
- Distance from Earth
- 366,760 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 16, 1993
What was the moon phase on August 16, 1993?
On Monday, August 16, 1993 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 3% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 28.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 16, 1993?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, August 2, 1993 and Wednesday, September 1, 1993.
Was there a new moon on August 16, 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 16, 1993?
The moon moved from Cancer into Leo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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