Moon Phase on October 20, 2021

On Wednesday, October 20, 2021 the moon was a Full Moon, 100% illuminated and 14.7 days old. This was the day of the exact full moon at 14:57 UTC.

Full · Moon phase

Full Moon

Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Illumination100%
Moon age
14.7 days
Last Quarter
in 8.3 days

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Moon Data for October 20, 2021

Phase
Full Moon
Illumination
99.9%
Moon age
14.7 days
Direction
Full, then waning
Moon sign
Aries → Taurus
Distance from Earth
399,078 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 October 20, 2021, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
Full Moon14:57 UTCOct 20, 2:57 PM UTC

About the Full Moon

The moon is fully illuminated, appearing as a complete circle in the night sky. This is the peak of the lunar cycle, representing culmination, completion, and the full expression of energy.

Spiritual Meaning

A powerful time for release, gratitude, and celebration. The Full Moon illuminates what needs to be let go and what has come to fruition. Perfect for rituals of release and manifestation.

Questions About October 20, 2021

What was the moon phase on October 20, 2021?

On Wednesday, October 20, 2021 the moon was a Full Moon, with 100% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 14.7 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on October 20, 2021?

Yes. The moon was exactly full at 14:57 UTC on October 20, 2021.

Was there a new moon on October 20, 2021?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 and Thursday, November 4, 2021.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 20, 2021?

The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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