Moon Phase on August 16, 2028
On Wednesday, August 16, 2028 the moon will be a Waning Crescent, 20% illuminated and 25.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, August 16, 2028
- Moon age
- 25.1 days
- New Moon
- in 3.9 days
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Moon Data for August 16, 2028
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 20.4%
- Moon age
- 25.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Gemini → Cancer
- Distance from Earth
- 375,607 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 Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.
Questions About August 16, 2028
What will the moon phase be on August 16, 2028?
On Wednesday, August 16, 2028 the moon will be a Waning Crescent, with 20% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Will there be a full moon on August 16, 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 16, 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 16, 2028?
The moon will move from Gemini into Cancer during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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