Moon Phase on December 9, 1998
On Wednesday, December 9, 1998 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 62% illuminated and 21.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Wednesday, December 9, 1998
- Moon age
- 21.0 days
- Last Quarter
- in 1.2 days
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Moon Data for December 9, 1998
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 62.4%
- Moon age
- 21.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Leo → Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 390,429 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 9, 1998
What was the moon phase on December 9, 1998?
On Wednesday, December 9, 1998 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 62% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 21.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on December 9, 1998?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, December 3, 1998 and Saturday, January 2, 1999.
Was there a new moon on December 9, 1998?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, November 19, 1998 and Friday, December 18, 1998.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 9, 1998?
The moon moved from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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