Moon Phase on August 30, 1998

On Sunday, August 30, 1998 the moon was a First Quarter, 53% illuminated and 7.6 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 05:07 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Sunday, August 30, 1998

Illumination53%
Moon age
7.6 days
Full Moon
in 7.0 days

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Moon Data for August 30, 1998

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
52.9%
Moon age
7.6 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
398,866 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on August 30, 1998, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter05:07 UTCAug 30, 5:07 AM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About August 30, 1998

What was the moon phase on August 30, 1998?

On Sunday, August 30, 1998 the moon was a First Quarter, with 53% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.6 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on August 30, 1998?

No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, August 8, 1998 and Sunday, September 6, 1998.

Was there a new moon on August 30, 1998?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, August 22, 1998 and Sunday, September 20, 1998.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 30, 1998?

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

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