Moon Phase on November 6, 1996
On Wednesday, November 6, 1996 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 22% illuminated and 25.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, November 6, 1996
- Moon age
- 25.0 days
- New Moon
- in 4.7 days
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Moon Data for November 6, 1996
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 21.7%
- Moon age
- 25.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 398,995 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 November 6, 1996
What was the moon phase on November 6, 1996?
On Wednesday, November 6, 1996 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 22% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on November 6, 1996?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, October 26, 1996 and Monday, November 25, 1996.
Was there a new moon on November 6, 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 November 6, 1996?
The moon was in Virgo for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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