Moon Phase on April 21, 2022
On Thursday, April 21, 2022 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 72% illuminated and 20.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, April 21, 2022
- Moon age
- 20.0 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.0 days
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Moon Data for April 21, 2022
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 72.4%
- Moon age
- 20.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 367,021 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 April 21, 2022
What was the moon phase on April 21, 2022?
On Thursday, April 21, 2022 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 72% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 21, 2022?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, April 16, 2022 and Monday, May 16, 2022.
Was there a new moon on April 21, 2022?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, April 1, 2022 and Saturday, April 30, 2022.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 21, 2022?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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