Moon Phase on August 31, 1999
On Tuesday, August 31, 1999 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 77% illuminated and 19.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Tuesday, August 31, 1999
- Moon age
- 19.5 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.4 days
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Moon Data for August 31, 1999
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 76.6%
- Moon age
- 19.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aries → Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 371,145 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 August 31, 1999
What was the moon phase on August 31, 1999?
On Tuesday, August 31, 1999 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 77% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 31, 1999?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, August 26, 1999 and Saturday, September 25, 1999.
Was there a new moon on August 31, 1999?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, August 11, 1999 and Thursday, September 9, 1999.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 31, 1999?
The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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