Moon Phase on August 26, 2022
On Friday, August 26, 2022 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 1% illuminated and 28.7 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Friday, August 26, 2022
- Moon age
- 28.7 days
- New Moon
- in 0.8 days
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Moon Data for August 26, 2022
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 0.9%
- Moon age
- 28.7 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Leo
- Distance from Earth
- 399,957 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 Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.
Questions About August 26, 2022
What was the moon phase on August 26, 2022?
On Friday, August 26, 2022 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 1% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 28.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 26, 2022?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, August 12, 2022 and Saturday, September 10, 2022.
Was there a new moon on August 26, 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 26, 2022?
The moon was in Leo for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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