Moon Phase on October 2, 2006

On Monday, October 2, 2006 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 72% illuminated and 9.5 days old.

Waxing · Moon phase

Waxing Gibbous

Monday, October 2, 2006

Illumination72%
Moon age
9.5 days
Full Moon
in 4.6 days

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Moon Data for October 2, 2006

Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Illumination
71.9%
Moon age
9.5 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Capricorn → Aquarius
Distance from Earth
371,002 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 2, 2006

What was the moon phase on October 2, 2006?

On Monday, October 2, 2006 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 72% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 9.5 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on October 2, 2006?

No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, September 7, 2006 and Saturday, October 7, 2006.

Was there a new moon on October 2, 2006?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, September 22, 2006 and Sunday, October 22, 2006.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 2, 2006?

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

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