Moon Phase on November 15, 2016
On Tuesday, November 15, 2016 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 98% illuminated and 15.8 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
- Moon age
- 15.8 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.9 days
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Moon Data for November 15, 2016
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 98.5%
- Moon age
- 15.8 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Taurus → Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 357,563 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 November 15, 2016
What was the moon phase on November 15, 2016?
On Tuesday, November 15, 2016 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 98% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 15.8 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on November 15, 2016?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, November 14, 2016 and Wednesday, December 14, 2016.
Was there a new moon on November 15, 2016?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, October 30, 2016 and Tuesday, November 29, 2016.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on November 15, 2016?
The moon moved from Taurus into Gemini during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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