Moon Phase on December 29, 2023
On Friday, December 29, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 94% illuminated and 17.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, December 29, 2023
- Moon age
- 17.1 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.6 days
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Moon Data for December 29, 2023
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 93.8%
- Moon age
- 17.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Cancer → Leo
- Distance from Earth
- 399,894 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 December 29, 2023
What was the moon phase on December 29, 2023?
On Friday, December 29, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 94% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on December 29, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 and Thursday, January 25, 2024.
Was there a new moon on December 29, 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 29, 2023?
The moon moved from Cancer into Leo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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