Moon Phase on June 16, 2011
On Thursday, June 16, 2011 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 99% illuminated and 15.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, June 16, 2011
- Moon age
- 15.5 days
- Last Quarter
- in 7.0 days
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Moon Data for June 16, 2011
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 99.5%
- Moon age
- 15.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 377,186 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 June 16, 2011
What was the moon phase on June 16, 2011?
On Thursday, June 16, 2011 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 99% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 15.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on June 16, 2011?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 and Friday, July 15, 2011.
Was there a new moon on June 16, 2011?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, June 1, 2011 and Friday, July 1, 2011.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on June 16, 2011?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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