Moon Phase on October 10, 1996
On Thursday, October 10, 1996 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 4% illuminated and 27.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, October 10, 1996
- Moon age
- 27.5 days
- New Moon
- in 2.1 days
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Moon Data for October 10, 1996
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 4.4%
- Moon age
- 27.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 397,764 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 Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.
Questions About October 10, 1996
What was the moon phase on October 10, 1996?
On Thursday, October 10, 1996 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 4% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 10, 1996?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, September 27, 1996 and Saturday, October 26, 1996.
Was there a new moon on October 10, 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 10, 1996?
The moon was in Virgo for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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