Moon Phase on September 2, 2026

On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 70% illuminated and 20.2 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Illumination70%
Moon age
20.2 days
Last Quarter
in 1.8 days

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Moon Data for September 2, 2026

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
70.3%
Moon age
20.2 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Taurus
Distance from Earth
373,977 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 September 2, 2026

What was the moon phase on September 2, 2026?

On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 70% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.2 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on September 2, 2026?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, August 28, 2026 and Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Was there a new moon on September 2, 2026?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 and Friday, September 11, 2026.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 2, 2026?

The moon was in Taurus for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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