Moon Phase on August 17, 2003
On Sunday, August 17, 2003 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 73% illuminated and 19.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, August 17, 2003
- Moon age
- 19.9 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.5 days
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Moon Data for August 17, 2003
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 73.3%
- Moon age
- 19.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aries → Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 401,372 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 17, 2003
What was the moon phase on August 17, 2003?
On Sunday, August 17, 2003 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 73% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 17, 2003?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, August 12, 2003 and Wednesday, September 10, 2003.
Was there a new moon on August 17, 2003?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, July 29, 2003 and Wednesday, August 27, 2003.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 17, 2003?
The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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