Moon Phase on July 19, 2018

On Thursday, July 19, 2018 the moon was a First Quarter, 47% illuminated and 7.1 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 19:52 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Thursday, July 19, 2018

Illumination47%
Moon age
7.1 days
Full Moon
in 8.3 days

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Moon Data for July 19, 2018

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
46.6%
Moon age
7.1 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Libra
Distance from Earth
383,236 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 July 19, 2018, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter19:52 UTCJul 19, 7:52 PM 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 July 19, 2018

What was the moon phase on July 19, 2018?

On Thursday, July 19, 2018 the moon was a First Quarter, with 47% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.1 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on July 19, 2018?

No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, June 28, 2018 and Friday, July 27, 2018.

Was there a new moon on July 19, 2018?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, July 13, 2018 and Saturday, August 11, 2018.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on July 19, 2018?

The moon was in Libra for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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