Moon Phase on December 21, 2048
On Monday, December 21, 2048 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, 99% illuminated and 15.8 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Monday, December 21, 2048
- Moon age
- 15.8 days
- Last Quarter
- in 6.9 days
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Moon Data for December 21, 2048
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 98.7%
- Moon age
- 15.8 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Cancer
- Distance from Earth
- 406,281 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 December 21, 2048
What will the moon phase be on December 21, 2048?
On Monday, December 21, 2048 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 December 21, 2048?
No. The closest full moons will be on Sunday, December 20, 2048 and Tuesday, January 19, 2049.
Will there be a new moon on December 21, 2048?
No. The new moons before and after it will be on Saturday, December 5, 2048 and Monday, January 4, 2049.
What zodiac sign will the moon be in on December 21, 2048?
The moon will be in Cancer for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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