Moon Phase on August 19, 2020

On Wednesday, August 19, 2020 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 0.4 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 02:42 UTC.

New · Moon phase

New Moon

Wednesday, August 19, 2020

Illumination0%
Moon age
0.4 days
First Quarter
in 6.2 days

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Moon Data for August 19, 2020

Phase
New Moon
Illumination
0.4%
Moon age
0.4 days
Direction
New, then waxing
Moon sign
Leo → Virgo
Distance from Earth
366,205 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 19, 2020, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
New Moon02:42 UTCAug 19, 2:42 AM UTC

About the New Moon

The New Moon marks the beginning of the lunar cycle. The moon is positioned between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from our perspective. This phase represents new beginnings, fresh starts, and the planting of seeds for future growth.

Spiritual Meaning

A time for setting intentions, starting new projects, and embracing fresh opportunities. The darkness invites introspection and planning for the cycle ahead.

Questions About August 19, 2020

What was the moon phase on August 19, 2020?

On Wednesday, August 19, 2020 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 0.4 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on August 19, 2020?

No. The closest full moons were on Monday, August 3, 2020 and Wednesday, September 2, 2020.

Was there a new moon on August 19, 2020?

Yes. The exact new moon was at 02:42 UTC on August 19, 2020.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 19, 2020?

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

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