Moon Phase on June 29, 2016
On Wednesday, June 29, 2016 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 31% illuminated and 24.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, June 29, 2016
- Moon age
- 24.0 days
- New Moon
- in 5.0 days
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Moon Data for June 29, 2016
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 30.6%
- Moon age
- 24.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aries → Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 367,534 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 29, 2016
What was the moon phase on June 29, 2016?
On Wednesday, June 29, 2016 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 31% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on June 29, 2016?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, June 20, 2016 and Tuesday, July 19, 2016.
Was there a new moon on June 29, 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 29, 2016?
The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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