Moon Phase on August 7, 2019

On Wednesday, August 7, 2019 the moon was a First Quarter, 48% illuminated and 7.1 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 17:31 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Illumination48%
Moon age
7.1 days
Full Moon
in 8.0 days

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Moon Data for August 7, 2019

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
47.6%
Moon age
7.1 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Scorpio
Distance from Earth
376,908 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 August 7, 2019, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter17:31 UTCAug 7, 5:31 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 August 7, 2019

What was the moon phase on August 7, 2019?

On Wednesday, August 7, 2019 the moon was a First Quarter, with 48% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.1 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on August 7, 2019?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 and Thursday, August 15, 2019.

Was there a new moon on August 7, 2019?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, August 1, 2019 and Friday, August 30, 2019.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 7, 2019?

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

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