Moon Phase on October 16, 2025
On Thursday, October 16, 2025 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 23% illuminated and 24.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, October 16, 2025
- Moon age
- 24.9 days
- New Moon
- in 5.0 days
See today’s moonrise and moonset times where you are.
Moon Data for October 16, 2025
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 22.6%
- Moon age
- 24.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Leo → Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 389,577 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.
Nearest New and Full Moons
Moon Phases in October 2025
About the Waning Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.
Questions About October 16, 2025
What was the moon phase on October 16, 2025?
On Thursday, October 16, 2025 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 23% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 16, 2025?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 and Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
Was there a new moon on October 16, 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 16, 2025?
The moon moved from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
Look Up Another Date
Find the moon phase on a birthday, wedding day or any other date.