Moon Phase on April 16, 2006
On Sunday, April 16, 2006 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 92% illuminated and 17.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, April 16, 2006
- Moon age
- 17.4 days
- Last Quarter
- in 4.6 days
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Moon Data for April 16, 2006
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 92.1%
- Moon age
- 17.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 390,086 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 April 16, 2006
What was the moon phase on April 16, 2006?
On Sunday, April 16, 2006 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 92% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 16, 2006?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, April 13, 2006 and Saturday, May 13, 2006.
Was there a new moon on April 16, 2006?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, March 29, 2006 and Thursday, April 27, 2006.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 16, 2006?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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