Moon Phase on June 16, 2023
On Friday, June 16, 2023 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 3% illuminated and 27.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Friday, June 16, 2023
- Moon age
- 27.9 days
- New Moon
- in 1.7 days
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Moon Data for June 16, 2023
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 3.0%
- Moon age
- 27.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Taurus → Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 391,367 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 June 16, 2023
What was the moon phase on June 16, 2023?
On Friday, June 16, 2023 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 3% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on June 16, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, June 4, 2023 and Monday, July 3, 2023.
Was there a new moon on June 16, 2023?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, May 19, 2023 and Sunday, June 18, 2023.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on June 16, 2023?
The moon moved from Taurus into Gemini during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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