Moon Phase on September 16, 2021
On Thursday, September 16, 2021 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 78% illuminated and 10.2 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Thursday, September 16, 2021
- Moon age
- 10.2 days
- Full Moon
- in 4.5 days
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Moon Data for September 16, 2021
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 78.1%
- Moon age
- 10.2 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn → Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 375,710 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 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 September 16, 2021
What was the moon phase on September 16, 2021?
On Thursday, September 16, 2021 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 78% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 10.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on September 16, 2021?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, August 22, 2021 and Monday, September 20, 2021.
Was there a new moon on September 16, 2021?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 and Wednesday, October 6, 2021.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 16, 2021?
The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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