Moon Phase on August 15, 2021

On Sunday, August 15, 2021 the moon was a First Quarter, 49% illuminated and 7.2 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 15:20 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Sunday, August 15, 2021

Illumination49%
Moon age
7.2 days
Full Moon
in 7.0 days

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Moon Data for August 15, 2021

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
48.5%
Moon age
7.2 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Scorpio
Distance from Earth
370,158 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 15, 2021, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter15:20 UTCAug 15, 3:20 PM 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 August 15, 2021

What was the moon phase on August 15, 2021?

On Sunday, August 15, 2021 the moon was a First Quarter, with 49% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.2 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on August 15, 2021?

No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, July 24, 2021 and Sunday, August 22, 2021.

Was there a new moon on August 15, 2021?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, August 8, 2021 and Tuesday, September 7, 2021.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 15, 2021?

The moon was in Scorpio for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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