Moon Phase on October 16, 2026
On Friday, October 16, 2026 the moon was a Waxing Crescent, 30% illuminated and 5.4 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Crescent
Friday, October 16, 2026
- Moon age
- 5.4 days
- First Quarter
- in 2.2 days
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Moon Data for October 16, 2026
- Phase
- Waxing Crescent
- Illumination
- 30.1%
- Moon age
- 5.4 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 404,504 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 October 16, 2026
What was the moon phase on October 16, 2026?
On Friday, October 16, 2026 the moon was a Waxing Crescent, with 30% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 5.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 16, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, September 26, 2026 and Monday, October 26, 2026.
Was there a new moon on October 16, 2026?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, October 10, 2026 and Monday, November 9, 2026.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 16, 2026?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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