Moon Phase on July 2, 2026
On Thursday, July 2, 2026 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 94% illuminated and 17.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, July 2, 2026
- Moon age
- 17.0 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.3 days
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Moon Data for July 2, 2026
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 94.3%
- Moon age
- 17.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 400,444 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 July 2, 2026
What was the moon phase on July 2, 2026?
On Thursday, July 2, 2026 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 94% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on July 2, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, June 29, 2026 and Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Was there a new moon on July 2, 2026?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, June 15, 2026 and Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on July 2, 2026?
The moon was in Aquarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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