Moon Phase on August 2, 2042
On Saturday, August 2, 2042 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, 99% illuminated and 15.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Saturday, August 2, 2042
- Moon age
- 15.6 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.9 days
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Moon Data for August 2, 2042
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 99.1%
- Moon age
- 15.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 368,618 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 August 2, 2042
What will the moon phase be on August 2, 2042?
On Saturday, August 2, 2042 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, with 99% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 15.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Will there be a full moon on August 2, 2042?
No. The closest full moons will be on Friday, August 1, 2042 and Sunday, August 31, 2042.
Will there be a new moon on August 2, 2042?
No. The new moons before and after it will be on Thursday, July 17, 2042 and Friday, August 15, 2042.
What zodiac sign will the moon be in on August 2, 2042?
The moon will be in Aquarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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