Moon Phase on June 21, 2017
On Wednesday, June 21, 2017 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 10% illuminated and 26.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, June 21, 2017
- Moon age
- 26.5 days
- New Moon
- in 2.6 days
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Moon Data for June 21, 2017
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 10.3%
- Moon age
- 26.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Taurus → Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 361,355 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 21, 2017
What was the moon phase on June 21, 2017?
On Wednesday, June 21, 2017 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 10% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on June 21, 2017?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, June 9, 2017 and Sunday, July 9, 2017.
Was there a new moon on June 21, 2017?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, May 25, 2017 and Saturday, June 24, 2017.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on June 21, 2017?
The moon moved from Taurus into Gemini during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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