Moon Phase on August 15, 2014
On Friday, August 15, 2014 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 71% illuminated and 20.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, August 15, 2014
- Moon age
- 20.1 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.0 days
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Moon Data for August 15, 2014
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 71.1%
- Moon age
- 20.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aries → Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 375,123 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 15, 2014
What was the moon phase on August 15, 2014?
On Friday, August 15, 2014 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 71% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 15, 2014?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, August 10, 2014 and Tuesday, September 9, 2014.
Was there a new moon on August 15, 2014?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, July 26, 2014 and Monday, August 25, 2014.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 15, 2014?
The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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