Moon Phase on October 6, 2000

On Friday, October 6, 2000 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 60% illuminated and 8.3 days old.

Waxing · Moon phase

Waxing Gibbous

Friday, October 6, 2000

Illumination60%
Moon age
8.3 days
Full Moon
in 6.9 days

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Moon Data for October 6, 2000

Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Illumination
59.9%
Moon age
8.3 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Capricorn → Aquarius
Distance from Earth
404,130 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.

About the Waxing Gibbous

The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.

Spiritual Meaning

Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.

Questions About October 6, 2000

What was the moon phase on October 6, 2000?

On Friday, October 6, 2000 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 60% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 8.3 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on October 6, 2000?

No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, September 13, 2000 and Friday, October 13, 2000.

Was there a new moon on October 6, 2000?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, September 27, 2000 and Friday, October 27, 2000.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 6, 2000?

The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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