Moon Phase on July 24, 2015

On Friday, July 24, 2015 the moon was a First Quarter, 53% illuminated and 7.7 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 04:04 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Friday, July 24, 2015

Illumination53%
Moon age
7.7 days
Full Moon
in 6.9 days

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Moon Data for July 24, 2015

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
53.3%
Moon age
7.7 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Libra → Scorpio
Distance from Earth
399,267 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on July 24, 2015, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter04:04 UTCJul 24, 4:04 AM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About July 24, 2015

What was the moon phase on July 24, 2015?

On Friday, July 24, 2015 the moon was a First Quarter, with 53% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.7 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on July 24, 2015?

No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, July 2, 2015 and Friday, July 31, 2015.

Was there a new moon on July 24, 2015?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, July 16, 2015 and Friday, August 14, 2015.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on July 24, 2015?

The moon moved from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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