Moon Phase on August 16, 1997
On Saturday, August 16, 1997 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 94% illuminated and 12.5 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Saturday, August 16, 1997
- Moon age
- 12.5 days
- Full Moon
- in 2.0 days
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Moon Data for August 16, 1997
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 94.3%
- Moon age
- 12.5 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn → Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 364,647 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 August 16, 1997
What was the moon phase on August 16, 1997?
On Saturday, August 16, 1997 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 94% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 12.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 16, 1997?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, July 20, 1997 and Monday, August 18, 1997.
Was there a new moon on August 16, 1997?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, August 3, 1997 and Monday, September 1, 1997.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 16, 1997?
The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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