Moon Phase on August 24, 2024
On Saturday, August 24, 2024 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 71% illuminated and 20.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Saturday, August 24, 2024
- Moon age
- 20.1 days
- Last Quarter
- in 1.9 days
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Moon Data for August 24, 2024
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 70.9%
- Moon age
- 20.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aries → Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 367,999 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 August 24, 2024
What was the moon phase on August 24, 2024?
On Saturday, August 24, 2024 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 71% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 24, 2024?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, August 19, 2024 and Wednesday, September 18, 2024.
Was there a new moon on August 24, 2024?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, August 4, 2024 and Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 24, 2024?
The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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