Moon Phase on October 8, 2025
On Wednesday, October 8, 2025 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 97% illuminated and 16.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
- Moon age
- 16.3 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.3 days
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Moon Data for October 8, 2025
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 97.2%
- Moon age
- 16.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aries → Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 359,807 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 October 8, 2025
What was the moon phase on October 8, 2025?
On Wednesday, October 8, 2025 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 97% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 8, 2025?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 and Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
Was there a new moon on October 8, 2025?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, September 21, 2025 and Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 8, 2025?
The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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