Moon Phase on August 22, 1996

On Thursday, August 22, 1996 the moon was a First Quarter, 54% illuminated and 7.7 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 03:37 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Thursday, August 22, 1996

Illumination54%
Moon age
7.7 days
Full Moon
in 6.2 days

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Moon Data for August 22, 1996

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
54.0%
Moon age
7.7 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Scorpio → Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
376,936 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on August 22, 1996, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter03:37 UTCAug 22, 3:37 AM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About August 22, 1996

What was the moon phase on August 22, 1996?

On Thursday, August 22, 1996 the moon was a First Quarter, with 54% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.7 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on August 22, 1996?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, July 30, 1996 and Wednesday, August 28, 1996.

Was there a new moon on August 22, 1996?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, August 14, 1996 and Thursday, September 12, 1996.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 22, 1996?

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

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