Moon Phase on August 3, 1996
On Saturday, August 3, 1996 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 78% illuminated and 19.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Saturday, August 3, 1996
- Moon age
- 19.4 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.7 days
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Moon Data for August 3, 1996
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 77.9%
- Moon age
- 19.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aries
- Distance from Earth
- 371,716 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 August 3, 1996
What was the moon phase on August 3, 1996?
On Saturday, August 3, 1996 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 78% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 3, 1996?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, July 30, 1996 and Wednesday, August 28, 1996.
Was there a new moon on August 3, 1996?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, July 15, 1996 and Wednesday, August 14, 1996.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 3, 1996?
The moon was in Aries for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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