Moon Phase on August 17, 1994

On Wednesday, August 17, 1994 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 84% illuminated and 10.9 days old.

Waxing · Moon phase

Waxing Gibbous

Wednesday, August 17, 1994

Illumination84%
Moon age
10.9 days
Full Moon
in 3.8 days

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Moon Data for August 17, 1994

Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Illumination
83.7%
Moon age
10.9 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Sagittarius → Capricorn
Distance from Earth
374,690 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.

About the Waxing Gibbous

The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.

Spiritual Meaning

Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.

Questions About August 17, 1994

What was the moon phase on August 17, 1994?

On Wednesday, August 17, 1994 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 84% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 10.9 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on August 17, 1994?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, July 22, 1994 and Sunday, August 21, 1994.

Was there a new moon on August 17, 1994?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, August 7, 1994 and Monday, September 5, 1994.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 17, 1994?

The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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