Moon Phase on October 16, 2000
On Monday, October 16, 2000 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 88% illuminated and 18.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Monday, October 16, 2000
- Moon age
- 18.0 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.8 days
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Moon Data for October 16, 2000
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 88.3%
- Moon age
- 18.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Taurus → Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 373,267 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 October 16, 2000
What was the moon phase on October 16, 2000?
On Monday, October 16, 2000 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 88% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 16, 2000?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, October 13, 2000 and Saturday, November 11, 2000.
Was there a new moon on October 16, 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 16, 2000?
The moon moved from Taurus into Gemini during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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