Moon Phase on July 22, 2016
On Friday, July 22, 2016 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 93% illuminated and 17.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, July 22, 2016
- Moon age
- 17.4 days
- Last Quarter
- in 4.5 days
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Moon Data for July 22, 2016
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 92.5%
- Moon age
- 17.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 376,222 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 July 22, 2016
What was the moon phase on July 22, 2016?
On Friday, July 22, 2016 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 93% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on July 22, 2016?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 and Thursday, August 18, 2016.
Was there a new moon on July 22, 2016?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, July 4, 2016 and Tuesday, August 2, 2016.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on July 22, 2016?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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