Moon Phase on November 16, 1997
On Sunday, November 16, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 95% illuminated and 16.8 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, November 16, 1997
- Moon age
- 16.8 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.5 days
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Moon Data for November 16, 1997
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 95.1%
- Moon age
- 16.8 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 375,321 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 November 16, 1997
What was the moon phase on November 16, 1997?
On Sunday, November 16, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 95% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.8 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on November 16, 1997?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, November 14, 1997 and Sunday, December 14, 1997.
Was there a new moon on November 16, 1997?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, October 31, 1997 and Sunday, November 30, 1997.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on November 16, 1997?
The moon was in Gemini for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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