Moon Phase on July 17, 2021

On Saturday, July 17, 2021 the moon was a First Quarter, 51% illuminated and 7.5 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 10:11 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Saturday, July 17, 2021

Illumination51%
Moon age
7.5 days
Full Moon
in 6.6 days

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Moon Data for July 17, 2021

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
51.0%
Moon age
7.5 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Libra → Scorpio
Distance from Earth
372,080 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 July 17, 2021, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter10:11 UTCJul 17, 10:11 AM 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 July 17, 2021

What was the moon phase on July 17, 2021?

On Saturday, July 17, 2021 the moon was a First Quarter, with 51% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.5 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on July 17, 2021?

No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, June 24, 2021 and Saturday, July 24, 2021.

Was there a new moon on July 17, 2021?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, July 10, 2021 and Sunday, August 8, 2021.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on July 17, 2021?

The moon moved from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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