Moon Phase on August 2, 2023
On Wednesday, August 2, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 99% illuminated and 15.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
- Moon age
- 15.6 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.9 days
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Moon Data for August 2, 2023
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 99.0%
- Moon age
- 15.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 357,365 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 2, 2023
What was the moon phase on August 2, 2023?
On Wednesday, August 2, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 99% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 15.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 2, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 and Thursday, August 31, 2023.
Was there a new moon on August 2, 2023?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, July 17, 2023 and Wednesday, August 16, 2023.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 2, 2023?
The moon was in Aquarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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