Moon Phase on August 1, 2040

On Wednesday, August 1, 2040 the moon will be a Waning Crescent, 34% illuminated and 23.7 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Wednesday, August 1, 2040

Illumination34%
Moon age
23.7 days
New Moon
in 6.5 days

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Moon Data for August 1, 2040

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
34.1%
Moon age
23.7 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Taurus → Gemini
Distance from Earth
397,324 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 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 1, 2040

What will the moon phase be on August 1, 2040?

On Wednesday, August 1, 2040 the moon will be a Waning Crescent, with 34% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 23.7 days into the lunar cycle.

Will there be a full moon on August 1, 2040?

No. The closest full moons will be on Tuesday, July 24, 2040 and Wednesday, August 22, 2040.

Will there be a new moon on August 1, 2040?

No. The new moons before and after it will be on Monday, July 9, 2040 and Wednesday, August 8, 2040.

What zodiac sign will the moon be in on August 1, 2040?

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

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