Moon Phase on June 20, 2018

On Wednesday, June 20, 2018 the moon was a First Quarter, 51% illuminated and 7.4 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 10:51 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Wednesday, June 20, 2018

Illumination51%
Moon age
7.4 days
Full Moon
in 7.7 days

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Moon Data for June 20, 2018

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
50.6%
Moon age
7.4 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Virgo → Libra
Distance from Earth
378,507 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on June 20, 2018, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter10:51 UTCJun 20, 10:51 AM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About June 20, 2018

What was the moon phase on June 20, 2018?

On Wednesday, June 20, 2018 the moon was a First Quarter, with 51% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.4 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on June 20, 2018?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 and Thursday, June 28, 2018.

Was there a new moon on June 20, 2018?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 and Friday, July 13, 2018.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on June 20, 2018?

The moon moved from Virgo into Libra during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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