Moon Phase on September 16, 2026
On Wednesday, September 16, 2026 the moon was a Waxing Crescent, 28% illuminated and 5.2 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Crescent
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
- Moon age
- 5.2 days
- First Quarter
- in 2.4 days
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Moon Data for September 16, 2026
- Phase
- Waxing Crescent
- Illumination
- 28.3%
- Moon age
- 5.2 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 399,883 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 Waxing Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon becomes visible as it moves away from the Sun. This phase symbolizes growth, intention, and the first steps toward manifesting your goals.
Spiritual Meaning
Focus on taking action toward your intentions. This is a period of building momentum and gathering energy for what you wish to create.
Questions About September 16, 2026
What was the moon phase on September 16, 2026?
On Wednesday, September 16, 2026 the moon was a Waxing Crescent, with 28% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 5.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on September 16, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, August 28, 2026 and Saturday, September 26, 2026.
Was there a new moon on September 16, 2026?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, September 11, 2026 and Saturday, October 10, 2026.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 16, 2026?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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