Moon Phase on June 2, 2016
On Thursday, June 2, 2016 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 10% illuminated and 26.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, June 2, 2016
- Moon age
- 26.5 days
- New Moon
- in 2.6 days
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Moon Data for June 2, 2016
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 10.0%
- Moon age
- 26.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aries → Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 361,840 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 Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.
Questions About June 2, 2016
What was the moon phase on June 2, 2016?
On Thursday, June 2, 2016 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 10% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on June 2, 2016?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, May 21, 2016 and Monday, June 20, 2016.
Was there a new moon on June 2, 2016?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, May 6, 2016 and Sunday, June 5, 2016.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on June 2, 2016?
The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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