Moon Phase on September 23, 2021
On Thursday, September 23, 2021 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 94% illuminated and 17.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, September 23, 2021
- Moon age
- 17.1 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.6 days
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Moon Data for September 23, 2021
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 93.7%
- Moon age
- 17.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aries → Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 398,705 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 Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About September 23, 2021
What was the moon phase on September 23, 2021?
On Thursday, September 23, 2021 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 94% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on September 23, 2021?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, September 20, 2021 and Wednesday, October 20, 2021.
Was there a new moon on September 23, 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 23, 2021?
The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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