Moon Phase on August 16, 2021

On Monday, August 16, 2021 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 60% illuminated and 8.3 days old.

Waxing · Moon phase

Waxing Gibbous

Monday, August 16, 2021

Illumination60%
Moon age
8.3 days
Full Moon
in 6.0 days

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Moon Data for August 16, 2021

Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Illumination
60.0%
Moon age
8.3 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Scorpio → Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
369,358 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.

About the Waxing Gibbous

The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.

Spiritual Meaning

Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.

Questions About August 16, 2021

What was the moon phase on August 16, 2021?

On Monday, August 16, 2021 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 60% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 8.3 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on August 16, 2021?

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

Was there a new moon on August 16, 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 16, 2021?

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

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