Moon Phase on August 26, 1996
On Monday, August 26, 1996 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 92% illuminated and 12.2 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Monday, August 26, 1996
- Moon age
- 12.2 days
- Full Moon
- in 2.2 days
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Moon Data for August 26, 1996
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 92.4%
- Moon age
- 12.2 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn → Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 360,046 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 Waxing Gibbous
The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.
Spiritual Meaning
Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.
Questions About August 26, 1996
What was the moon phase on August 26, 1996?
On Monday, August 26, 1996 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 92% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 12.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 26, 1996?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, July 30, 1996 and Wednesday, August 28, 1996.
Was there a new moon on August 26, 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 26, 1996?
The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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