Moon Phase on October 3, 1996
On Thursday, October 3, 1996 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 60% illuminated and 21.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, October 3, 1996
- Moon age
- 21.2 days
- Last Quarter
- in 1.0 days
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Moon Data for October 3, 1996
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 59.8%
- Moon age
- 21.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Gemini → Cancer
- Distance from Earth
- 398,240 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 October 3, 1996
What was the moon phase on October 3, 1996?
On Thursday, October 3, 1996 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 60% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 21.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 3, 1996?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, September 27, 1996 and Saturday, October 26, 1996.
Was there a new moon on October 3, 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 October 3, 1996?
The moon moved from Gemini into Cancer during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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