Moon Phase on August 6, 2028

On Sunday, August 6, 2028 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, 99% illuminated and 15.8 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Sunday, August 6, 2028

Illumination99%
Moon age
15.8 days
Last Quarter
in 7.0 days

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Moon Data for August 6, 2028

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
98.7%
Moon age
15.8 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Aquarius → Pisces
Distance from Earth
404,227 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.

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 August 6, 2028

What will the moon phase be on August 6, 2028?

On Sunday, August 6, 2028 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, with 99% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 15.8 days into the lunar cycle.

Will there be a full moon on August 6, 2028?

No. The closest full moons will be on Saturday, August 5, 2028 and Sunday, September 3, 2028.

Will there be a new moon on August 6, 2028?

No. The new moons before and after it will be on Saturday, July 22, 2028 and Sunday, August 20, 2028.

What zodiac sign will the moon be in on August 6, 2028?

The moon will move from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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