Moon Phase on April 28, 2024

On Sunday, April 28, 2024 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 80% illuminated and 19.1 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Sunday, April 28, 2024

Illumination80%
Moon age
19.1 days
Last Quarter
in 3.0 days

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Moon Data for April 28, 2024

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
80.3%
Moon age
19.1 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Sagittarius → Capricorn
Distance from Earth
385,085 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.

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 April 28, 2024

What was the moon phase on April 28, 2024?

On Sunday, April 28, 2024 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 80% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.1 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on April 28, 2024?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 and Thursday, May 23, 2024.

Was there a new moon on April 28, 2024?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, April 8, 2024 and Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 28, 2024?

The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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