Moon Phase on July 20, 2017
On Thursday, July 20, 2017 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 12% illuminated and 26.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, July 20, 2017
- Moon age
- 26.2 days
- New Moon
- in 2.9 days
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Moon Data for July 20, 2017
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 12.2%
- Moon age
- 26.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 362,359 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 July 20, 2017
What was the moon phase on July 20, 2017?
On Thursday, July 20, 2017 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 12% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on July 20, 2017?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, July 9, 2017 and Monday, August 7, 2017.
Was there a new moon on July 20, 2017?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, June 24, 2017 and Sunday, July 23, 2017.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on July 20, 2017?
The moon was in Gemini for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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