Moon Phase on April 28, 2021
On Wednesday, April 28, 2021 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 97% illuminated and 16.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
- Moon age
- 16.3 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.3 days
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Moon Data for April 28, 2021
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 97.2%
- Moon age
- 16.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 358,082 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.
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About the Waning Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About April 28, 2021
What was the moon phase on April 28, 2021?
On Wednesday, April 28, 2021 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 97% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 28, 2021?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 and Wednesday, May 26, 2021.
Was there a new moon on April 28, 2021?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, April 12, 2021 and Tuesday, May 11, 2021.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 28, 2021?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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