Moon Phase on November 16, 2026
On Monday, November 16, 2026 the moon will be a Waxing Crescent, 41% illuminated and 6.5 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Crescent
Monday, November 16, 2026
- Moon age
- 6.5 days
- First Quarter
- in 1.0 days
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Moon Data for November 16, 2026
- Phase
- Waxing Crescent
- Illumination
- 40.6%
- Moon age
- 6.5 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 401,266 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 November 16, 2026
What will the moon phase be on November 16, 2026?
On Monday, November 16, 2026 the moon will be a Waxing Crescent, with 41% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 6.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Will there be a full moon on November 16, 2026?
No. The closest full moons will be on Monday, October 26, 2026 and Tuesday, November 24, 2026.
Will there be a new moon on November 16, 2026?
No. The new moons before and after it will be on Monday, November 9, 2026 and Wednesday, December 9, 2026.
What zodiac sign will the moon be in on November 16, 2026?
The moon will be in Aquarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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