Moon Phase on August 8, 2010
On Sunday, August 8, 2010 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 4% illuminated and 27.7 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Sunday, August 8, 2010
- Moon age
- 27.7 days
- New Moon
- in 1.6 days
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Moon Data for August 8, 2010
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 4.0%
- Moon age
- 27.7 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Cancer → Leo
- Distance from Earth
- 362,523 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 Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.
Questions About August 8, 2010
What was the moon phase on August 8, 2010?
On Sunday, August 8, 2010 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 4% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 8, 2010?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, July 26, 2010 and Tuesday, August 24, 2010.
Was there a new moon on August 8, 2010?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, July 11, 2010 and Tuesday, August 10, 2010.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 8, 2010?
The moon moved from Cancer into Leo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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