Moon Phase on December 24, 2023
On Sunday, December 24, 2023 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 93% illuminated and 12.3 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Sunday, December 24, 2023
- Moon age
- 12.3 days
- Full Moon
- in 2.5 days
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Moon Data for December 24, 2023
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 93.1%
- Moon age
- 12.3 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Taurus → Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 383,213 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 December 24, 2023
What was the moon phase on December 24, 2023?
On Sunday, December 24, 2023 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 93% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 12.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on December 24, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, November 27, 2023 and Wednesday, December 27, 2023.
Was there a new moon on December 24, 2023?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 and Thursday, January 11, 2024.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 24, 2023?
The moon moved from Taurus into Gemini during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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