Moon Phase on August 23, 1995
On Wednesday, August 23, 1995 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 7% illuminated and 27.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, August 23, 1995
- Moon age
- 27.0 days
- New Moon
- in 2.7 days
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Moon Data for August 23, 1995
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 7.4%
- Moon age
- 27.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Cancer → Leo
- Distance from Earth
- 400,085 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 23, 1995
What was the moon phase on August 23, 1995?
On Wednesday, August 23, 1995 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 7% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 23, 1995?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, August 10, 1995 and Saturday, September 9, 1995.
Was there a new moon on August 23, 1995?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, July 27, 1995 and Saturday, August 26, 1995.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 23, 1995?
The moon moved from Cancer into Leo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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