Moon Phase on August 11, 2017
On Friday, August 11, 2017 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 86% illuminated and 18.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, August 11, 2017
- Moon age
- 18.4 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.6 days
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Moon Data for August 11, 2017
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 85.6%
- Moon age
- 18.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces → Aries
- Distance from Earth
- 382,117 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 August 11, 2017
What was the moon phase on August 11, 2017?
On Friday, August 11, 2017 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 86% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 11, 2017?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, August 7, 2017 and Wednesday, September 6, 2017.
Was there a new moon on August 11, 2017?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, July 23, 2017 and Monday, August 21, 2017.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 11, 2017?
The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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