Moon Phase on December 31, 2023
On Sunday, December 31, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 82% illuminated and 18.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, December 31, 2023
- Moon age
- 18.9 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.6 days
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Moon Data for December 31, 2023
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 81.8%
- Moon age
- 18.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Leo → Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 404,153 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 31, 2023
What was the moon phase on December 31, 2023?
On Sunday, December 31, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 82% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on December 31, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 and Thursday, January 25, 2024.
Was there a new moon on December 31, 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 31, 2023?
The moon moved from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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