Moon Phase on August 17, 2011
On Wednesday, August 17, 2011 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 87% illuminated and 18.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
- Moon age
- 18.2 days
- Last Quarter
- in 4.4 days
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Moon Data for August 17, 2011
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 87.2%
- Moon age
- 18.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces → Aries
- Distance from Earth
- 404,427 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 17, 2011
What was the moon phase on August 17, 2011?
On Wednesday, August 17, 2011 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 87% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 17, 2011?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, August 13, 2011 and Monday, September 12, 2011.
Was there a new moon on August 17, 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 17, 2011?
The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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