Moon Phase on October 27, 1996
On Sunday, October 27, 1996 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 99% illuminated and 15.7 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, October 27, 1996
- Moon age
- 15.7 days
- Last Quarter
- in 6.8 days
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Moon Data for October 27, 1996
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 98.9%
- Moon age
- 15.7 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 380,391 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 27, 1996
What was the moon phase on October 27, 1996?
On Sunday, October 27, 1996 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 99% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 15.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 27, 1996?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, October 26, 1996 and Monday, November 25, 1996.
Was there a new moon on October 27, 1996?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, October 12, 1996 and Monday, November 11, 1996.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 27, 1996?
The moon was in Taurus for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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