Moon Phase on July 31, 2026

On Friday, July 31, 2026 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 97% illuminated and 16.5 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Friday, July 31, 2026

Illumination97%
Moon age
16.5 days
Last Quarter
in 5.6 days

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Moon Data for July 31, 2026

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
96.5%
Moon age
16.5 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Aquarius → Pisces
Distance from Earth
393,983 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.

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 31, 2026

What was the moon phase on July 31, 2026?

On Friday, July 31, 2026 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 97% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.5 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on July 31, 2026?

No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 and Friday, August 28, 2026.

Was there a new moon on July 31, 2026?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 and Wednesday, August 12, 2026.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on July 31, 2026?

The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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