Moon Phase on July 18, 1997
On Friday, July 18, 1997 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 96% illuminated and 12.9 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Friday, July 18, 1997
- Moon age
- 12.9 days
- Full Moon
- in 1.6 days
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Moon Data for July 18, 1997
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 96.1%
- Moon age
- 12.9 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 370,641 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 Waxing Gibbous
The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.
Spiritual Meaning
Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.
Questions About July 18, 1997
What was the moon phase on July 18, 1997?
On Friday, July 18, 1997 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 96% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 12.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on July 18, 1997?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, June 20, 1997 and Sunday, July 20, 1997.
Was there a new moon on July 18, 1997?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, July 4, 1997 and Sunday, August 3, 1997.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on July 18, 1997?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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