Moon Phase on June 22, 2016
On Wednesday, June 22, 2016 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 96% illuminated and 16.7 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
- Moon age
- 16.7 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.3 days
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Moon Data for June 22, 2016
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 95.6%
- Moon age
- 16.7 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn → Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 388,065 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 June 22, 2016
What was the moon phase on June 22, 2016?
On Wednesday, June 22, 2016 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 96% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on June 22, 2016?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, June 20, 2016 and Tuesday, July 19, 2016.
Was there a new moon on June 22, 2016?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, June 5, 2016 and Monday, July 4, 2016.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on June 22, 2016?
The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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