Moon Phase on December 27, 2026
On Sunday, December 27, 2026 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, 83% illuminated and 18.7 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, December 27, 2026
- Moon age
- 18.7 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.3 days
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Moon Data for December 27, 2026
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 83.4%
- Moon age
- 18.7 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Leo → Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 365,657 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 Waning Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About December 27, 2026
What will the moon phase be on December 27, 2026?
On Sunday, December 27, 2026 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, with 83% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Will there be a full moon on December 27, 2026?
No. The closest full moons will be on Thursday, December 24, 2026 and Friday, January 22, 2027.
Will there be a new moon on December 27, 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 27, 2026?
The moon will move from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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