Moon Phase on August 16, 2011
On Tuesday, August 16, 2011 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 93% illuminated and 17.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
- Moon age
- 17.3 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.4 days
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Moon Data for August 16, 2011
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 92.9%
- Moon age
- 17.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 402,813 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 16, 2011
What was the moon phase on August 16, 2011?
On Tuesday, August 16, 2011 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 93% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 16, 2011?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, August 13, 2011 and Monday, September 12, 2011.
Was there a new moon on August 16, 2011?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, July 30, 2011 and Monday, August 29, 2011.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 16, 2011?
The moon was in Pisces for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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