Moon Phase on September 28, 1996
On Saturday, September 28, 1996 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 97% illuminated and 16.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Saturday, September 28, 1996
- Moon age
- 16.3 days
- Last Quarter
- in 6.0 days
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Moon Data for September 28, 1996
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 97.5%
- Moon age
- 16.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aries → Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 372,203 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 September 28, 1996
What was the moon phase on September 28, 1996?
On Saturday, September 28, 1996 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 97% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on September 28, 1996?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, September 27, 1996 and Saturday, October 26, 1996.
Was there a new moon on September 28, 1996?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, September 12, 1996 and Saturday, October 12, 1996.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 28, 1996?
The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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