Moon Phase on August 28, 2023
On Monday, August 28, 2023 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 90% illuminated and 11.8 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Monday, August 28, 2023
- Moon age
- 11.8 days
- Full Moon
- in 2.6 days
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Moon Data for August 28, 2023
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 90.1%
- Moon age
- 11.8 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn → Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 361,507 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 Waxing Gibbous
The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.
Spiritual Meaning
Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.
Questions About August 28, 2023
What was the moon phase on August 28, 2023?
On Monday, August 28, 2023 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 90% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 11.8 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 28, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 and Thursday, August 31, 2023.
Was there a new moon on August 28, 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 28, 2023?
The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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