Moon Phase on August 12, 2025
On Tuesday, August 12, 2025 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 88% illuminated and 18.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
- Moon age
- 18.1 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.7 days
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Moon Data for August 12, 2025
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 87.9%
- Moon age
- 18.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces → Aries
- Distance from Earth
- 371,004 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 12, 2025
What was the moon phase on August 12, 2025?
On Tuesday, August 12, 2025 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 88% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 12, 2025?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, August 9, 2025 and Sunday, September 7, 2025.
Was there a new moon on August 12, 2025?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, July 24, 2025 and Saturday, August 23, 2025.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 12, 2025?
The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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