Moon Phase on June 12, 1996

On Wednesday, June 12, 1996 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 12% illuminated and 26.2 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Wednesday, June 12, 1996

Illumination12%
Moon age
26.2 days
New Moon
in 3.6 days

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Moon Data for June 12, 1996

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
12.2%
Moon age
26.2 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Taurus
Distance from Earth
391,539 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 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 June 12, 1996

What was the moon phase on June 12, 1996?

On Wednesday, June 12, 1996 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 12% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.2 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on June 12, 1996?

No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, June 1, 1996 and Monday, July 1, 1996.

Was there a new moon on June 12, 1996?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, May 17, 1996 and Sunday, June 16, 1996.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on June 12, 1996?

The moon was in Taurus for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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