Moon Phase on July 4, 1996
On Thursday, July 4, 1996 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 84% illuminated and 18.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, July 4, 1996
- Moon age
- 18.6 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.3 days
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Moon Data for July 4, 1996
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 84.0%
- Moon age
- 18.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 363,672 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 July 4, 1996
What was the moon phase on July 4, 1996?
On Thursday, July 4, 1996 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 84% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on July 4, 1996?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, July 1, 1996 and Tuesday, July 30, 1996.
Was there a new moon on July 4, 1996?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, June 16, 1996 and Monday, July 15, 1996.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on July 4, 1996?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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