Moon Phase on August 24, 2040

On Friday, August 24, 2040 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, 94% illuminated and 17.2 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Friday, August 24, 2040

Illumination94%
Moon age
17.2 days
Last Quarter
in 5.0 days

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Moon Data for August 24, 2040

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
93.6%
Moon age
17.2 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Pisces → Aries
Distance from Earth
368,681 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 24, 2040

What will the moon phase be on August 24, 2040?

On Friday, August 24, 2040 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, with 94% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.2 days into the lunar cycle.

Will there be a full moon on August 24, 2040?

No. The closest full moons will be on Wednesday, August 22, 2040 and Thursday, September 20, 2040.

Will there be a new moon on August 24, 2040?

No. The new moons before and after it will be on Wednesday, August 8, 2040 and Thursday, September 6, 2040.

What zodiac sign will the moon be in on August 24, 2040?

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

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