Moon Phase on December 22, 2026
On Tuesday, December 22, 2026 the moon will be a Waxing Gibbous, 96% illuminated and 12.9 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Tuesday, December 22, 2026
- Moon age
- 12.9 days
- Full Moon
- in 1.6 days
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Moon Data for December 22, 2026
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 96.1%
- Moon age
- 12.9 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 360,045 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 December 22, 2026
What will the moon phase be on December 22, 2026?
On Tuesday, December 22, 2026 the moon will be a Waxing Gibbous, with 96% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 12.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Will there be a full moon on December 22, 2026?
No. The closest full moons will be on Tuesday, November 24, 2026 and Thursday, December 24, 2026.
Will there be a new moon on December 22, 2026?
No. The new moons before and after it will be on Wednesday, December 9, 2026 and Thursday, January 7, 2027.
What zodiac sign will the moon be in on December 22, 2026?
The moon will be in Gemini for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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