Moon Phase on December 19, 2021

On Sunday, December 19, 2021 the moon was a Full Moon, 100% illuminated and 15.0 days old. This was the day of the exact full moon at 04:36 UTC.

Full · Moon phase

Full Moon

Sunday, December 19, 2021

Illumination100%
Moon age
15.0 days
Last Quarter
in 7.6 days

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Moon Data for December 19, 2021

Phase
Full Moon
Illumination
99.9%
Moon age
15.0 days
Direction
Full, then waning
Moon sign
Gemini → Cancer
Distance from Earth
405,681 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 December 19, 2021, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
Full Moon04:36 UTCDec 19, 4:36 AM 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 December 19, 2021

What was the moon phase on December 19, 2021?

On Sunday, December 19, 2021 the moon was a Full Moon, with 100% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 15.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on December 19, 2021?

Yes. The moon was exactly full at 04:36 UTC on December 19, 2021.

Was there a new moon on December 19, 2021?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, December 4, 2021 and Sunday, January 2, 2022.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 19, 2021?

The moon moved from Gemini into Cancer during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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