Moon Phase on October 17, 2027
On Sunday, October 17, 2027 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, 96% illuminated and 16.7 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, October 17, 2027
- Moon age
- 16.7 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.2 days
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Moon Data for October 17, 2027
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 95.7%
- Moon age
- 16.7 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 383,243 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 October 17, 2027
What will the moon phase be on October 17, 2027?
On Sunday, October 17, 2027 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, with 96% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Will there be a full moon on October 17, 2027?
No. The closest full moons will be on Friday, October 15, 2027 and Sunday, November 14, 2027.
Will there be a new moon on October 17, 2027?
No. The new moons before and after it will be on Thursday, September 30, 2027 and Friday, October 29, 2027.
What zodiac sign will the moon be in on October 17, 2027?
The moon will be in Taurus for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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