Moon Phase on July 27, 1997

On Sunday, July 27, 1997 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 42% illuminated and 22.9 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Sunday, July 27, 1997

Illumination42%
Moon age
22.9 days
New Moon
in 6.8 days

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Moon Data for July 27, 1997

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
42.1%
Moon age
22.9 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Taurus
Distance from Earth
378,120 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.

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 July 27, 1997

What was the moon phase on July 27, 1997?

On Sunday, July 27, 1997 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 42% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 22.9 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on July 27, 1997?

No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, July 20, 1997 and Monday, August 18, 1997.

Was there a new moon on July 27, 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 27, 1997?

The moon was in Taurus for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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