Moon Phase on September 19, 2016
On Monday, September 19, 2016 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 90% illuminated and 17.8 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Monday, September 19, 2016
- Moon age
- 17.8 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.9 days
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Moon Data for September 19, 2016
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 89.7%
- Moon age
- 17.8 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aries → Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 362,349 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 September 19, 2016
What was the moon phase on September 19, 2016?
On Monday, September 19, 2016 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 90% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.8 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on September 19, 2016?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, September 16, 2016 and Sunday, October 16, 2016.
Was there a new moon on September 19, 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 19, 2016?
The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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