Moon Phase on August 2, 2026

On Sunday, August 2, 2026 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 85% illuminated and 18.5 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Sunday, August 2, 2026

Illumination85%
Moon age
18.5 days
Last Quarter
in 3.6 days

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Moon Data for August 2, 2026

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
85.3%
Moon age
18.5 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Pisces → Aries
Distance from Earth
387,052 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 August 2, 2026

What was the moon phase on August 2, 2026?

On Sunday, August 2, 2026 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 85% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.5 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on August 2, 2026?

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

Was there a new moon on August 2, 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 August 2, 2026?

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

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