Moon Phase on August 23, 2025
On Saturday, August 23, 2025 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 0.2 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 06:07 UTC.
New · Moon phase
New Moon
Saturday, August 23, 2025
- Moon age
- 0.2 days
- First Quarter
- in 7.8 days
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Moon Data for August 23, 2025
- Phase
- New Moon
- Illumination
- 0.1%
- Moon age
- 0.2 days
- Direction
- New, then waxing
- Moon sign
- Leo → Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 387,989 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.
Exact Phase Time
| Phase | Date | Time (UTC) | Your local time |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | 06:07 UTC | Aug 23, 6:07 AM UTC |
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About the New Moon
The New Moon marks the beginning of the lunar cycle. The moon is positioned between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from our perspective. This phase represents new beginnings, fresh starts, and the planting of seeds for future growth.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for setting intentions, starting new projects, and embracing fresh opportunities. The darkness invites introspection and planning for the cycle ahead.
Questions About August 23, 2025
What was the moon phase on August 23, 2025?
On Saturday, August 23, 2025 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 0.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on August 23, 2025?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, August 9, 2025 and Sunday, September 7, 2025.
Was there a new moon on August 23, 2025?
Yes. The exact new moon was at 06:07 UTC on August 23, 2025.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 23, 2025?
The moon moved from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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