Moon Phase on August 24, 2023

On Thursday, August 24, 2023 the moon was a First Quarter, 51% illuminated and 7.5 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 09:57 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Thursday, August 24, 2023

Illumination51%
Moon age
7.5 days
Full Moon
in 6.6 days

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Moon Data for August 24, 2023

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
51.0%
Moon age
7.5 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Scorpio → Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
382,984 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on August 24, 2023, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter09:57 UTCAug 24, 9:57 AM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About August 24, 2023

What was the moon phase on August 24, 2023?

On Thursday, August 24, 2023 the moon was a First Quarter, with 51% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.5 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on August 24, 2023?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 and Thursday, August 31, 2023.

Was there a new moon on August 24, 2023?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 and Friday, September 15, 2023.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 24, 2023?

The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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