Moon Phase on November 16, 2023
On Thursday, November 16, 2023 the moon was a Waxing Crescent, 11% illuminated and 3.2 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Crescent
Thursday, November 16, 2023
- Moon age
- 3.2 days
- First Quarter
- in 4.0 days
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Moon Data for November 16, 2023
- Phase
- Waxing Crescent
- Illumination
- 11.1%
- Moon age
- 3.2 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 376,574 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 Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon becomes visible as it moves away from the Sun. This phase symbolizes growth, intention, and the first steps toward manifesting your goals.
Spiritual Meaning
Focus on taking action toward your intentions. This is a period of building momentum and gathering energy for what you wish to create.
Questions About November 16, 2023
What was the moon phase on November 16, 2023?
On Thursday, November 16, 2023 the moon was a Waxing Crescent, with 11% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 3.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on November 16, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, October 28, 2023 and Monday, November 27, 2023.
Was there a new moon on November 16, 2023?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, November 13, 2023 and Tuesday, December 12, 2023.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on November 16, 2023?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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