Moon Phase on July 8, 2021
On Thursday, July 8, 2021 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 2% illuminated and 28.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, July 8, 2021
- Moon age
- 28.1 days
- New Moon
- in 1.6 days
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Moon Data for July 8, 2021
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 2.3%
- Moon age
- 28.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Gemini → Cancer
- Distance from Earth
- 401,656 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 Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.
Questions About July 8, 2021
What was the moon phase on July 8, 2021?
On Thursday, July 8, 2021 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 2% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 28.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on July 8, 2021?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, June 24, 2021 and Saturday, July 24, 2021.
Was there a new moon on July 8, 2021?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, June 10, 2021 and Saturday, July 10, 2021.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on July 8, 2021?
The moon moved from Gemini into Cancer during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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