Moon Phase on August 18, 2022
On Thursday, August 18, 2022 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 57% illuminated and 21.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, August 18, 2022
- Moon age
- 21.5 days
- Last Quarter
- in 0.7 days
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Moon Data for August 18, 2022
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 56.9%
- Moon age
- 21.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 394,377 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 August 18, 2022
What was the moon phase on August 18, 2022?
On Thursday, August 18, 2022 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 57% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 21.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 18, 2022?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, August 12, 2022 and Saturday, September 10, 2022.
Was there a new moon on August 18, 2022?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, July 28, 2022 and Saturday, August 27, 2022.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 18, 2022?
The moon was in Taurus for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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