Moon Phase on October 24, 2002
On Thursday, October 24, 2002 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 91% illuminated and 17.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, October 24, 2002
- Moon age
- 17.6 days
- Last Quarter
- in 4.7 days
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Moon Data for October 24, 2002
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 91.0%
- Moon age
- 17.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Taurus → Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 400,452 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 24, 2002
What was the moon phase on October 24, 2002?
On Thursday, October 24, 2002 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 91% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 24, 2002?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, October 21, 2002 and Wednesday, November 20, 2002.
Was there a new moon on October 24, 2002?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, October 6, 2002 and Monday, November 4, 2002.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 24, 2002?
The moon moved from Taurus into Gemini during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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