Moon Phase on December 16, 1997
On Tuesday, December 16, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 93% illuminated and 17.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Tuesday, December 16, 1997
- Moon age
- 17.2 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.4 days
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Moon Data for December 16, 1997
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 93.4%
- Moon age
- 17.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Cancer → Leo
- Distance from Earth
- 387,969 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 December 16, 1997
What was the moon phase on December 16, 1997?
On Tuesday, December 16, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 93% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on December 16, 1997?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, December 14, 1997 and Monday, January 12, 1998.
Was there a new moon on December 16, 1997?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, November 30, 1997 and Monday, December 29, 1997.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 16, 1997?
The moon moved from Cancer into Leo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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