Moon Phase on October 16, 2020
On Friday, October 16, 2020 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 29.2 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 19:31 UTC.
New · Moon phase
New Moon
Friday, October 16, 2020
- Moon age
- 29.2 days
- First Quarter
- in 7.1 days
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Moon Data for October 16, 2020
- Phase
- New Moon
- Illumination
- 0.3%
- Moon age
- 29.2 days
- Direction
- New, then waxing
- Moon sign
- Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 357,145 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
| Phase | Date | Time (UTC) | Your local time |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | 19:31 UTC | Oct 16, 7:31 PM UTC |
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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 October 16, 2020
What was the moon phase on October 16, 2020?
On Friday, October 16, 2020 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 29.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 16, 2020?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, October 1, 2020 and Saturday, October 31, 2020.
Was there a new moon on October 16, 2020?
Yes. The exact new moon was at 19:31 UTC on October 16, 2020.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 16, 2020?
The moon was in Libra for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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