Moon Phase on August 14, 2017
On Monday, August 14, 2017 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 56% illuminated and 21.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Monday, August 14, 2017
- Moon age
- 21.6 days
- Last Quarter
- in 0.6 days
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Moon Data for August 14, 2017
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 56.4%
- Moon age
- 21.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 372,847 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 14, 2017
What was the moon phase on August 14, 2017?
On Monday, August 14, 2017 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 56% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 21.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 14, 2017?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, August 7, 2017 and Wednesday, September 6, 2017.
Was there a new moon on August 14, 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 14, 2017?
The moon was in Taurus for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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