Moon Phase on October 23, 2026
On Friday, October 23, 2026 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 91% illuminated and 11.9 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Friday, October 23, 2026
- Moon age
- 11.9 days
- Full Moon
- in 2.7 days
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Moon Data for October 23, 2026
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 91.2%
- Moon age
- 11.9 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Pisces → Aries
- Distance from Earth
- 381,329 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 Gibbous
The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.
Spiritual Meaning
Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.
Questions About October 23, 2026
What was the moon phase on October 23, 2026?
On Friday, October 23, 2026 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 91% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 11.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 23, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, September 26, 2026 and Monday, October 26, 2026.
Was there a new moon on October 23, 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 23, 2026?
The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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