Moon Phase on September 15, 2016
On Thursday, September 15, 2016 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 98% illuminated and 13.3 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Thursday, September 15, 2016
- Moon age
- 13.3 days
- Full Moon
- in 1.3 days
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Moon Data for September 15, 2016
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 97.7%
- Moon age
- 13.3 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 369,703 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 Waxing Gibbous
The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.
Spiritual Meaning
Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.
Questions About September 15, 2016
What was the moon phase on September 15, 2016?
On Thursday, September 15, 2016 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 98% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 13.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on September 15, 2016?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, August 18, 2016 and Friday, September 16, 2016.
Was there a new moon on September 15, 2016?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, September 1, 2016 and Saturday, October 1, 2016.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 15, 2016?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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