A reminder of the vastness of the universe

Waxing Gibbous Moon Hanging in Space 26 August 2023

Waxing Gibbous Moon Hanging in Space 26 August 2023Phase: Waxing Gibbous under thready clouds
Illumination: 72%
Moon Age: 9.55 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 371,595.67 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,167,495.54 km

The moon is a beautiful and ever-changing sight in the night sky. On August 26, 2023, the moon was in its Waxing Gibbous phase, meaning that it will be more than half illuminated. The moon rose in the east in the afternoon and was high in the sky at sunset.

This particular Waxing Gibbous Moon was remarkable because it will be hanging in space with thready clouds in the atmosphere. The clouds were thin and wispy, and they created a beautiful contrast against the bright moon.

Here are some of the feelings that the Waxing Gibbous Moon can evoke:

• Wonder: The moon is a reminder of the vastness of the universe and our place in it.
• Peace: The moon's calming light can help to soothe the mind and body.
• Romance: The moon is often seen as a symbol of love and romance.
• Mystery: The moon's dark side is still shrouded in mystery, which can add to its allure.

No matter how you feel about the moon, there is no denying that it is a beautiful sight.

Waxing Gibbous Moon Hanging in Space 26 August 2023Phase: Waxing Gibbous under thready clouds
Illumination: 72%
Moon Age: 9.55 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 371,595.67 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,167,495.54 km Waxing Gibbous Moon in Thready Clouds 26 August 2023 01Phase: Waxing Gibbous under thready clouds
Illumination: 72%
Moon Age: 9.55 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 371,595.67 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,167,495.54 km Waxing Gibbous Moon in Thready Clouds 26 August 2023 02Phase: Waxing Gibbous under thready clouds
Illumination: 72%
Moon Age: 9.55 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 371,595.67 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,167,495.54 km Waxing Gibbous Moon in Thready Clouds 26 August 2023 03Phase: Waxing Gibbous under thready clouds
Illumination: 72%
Moon Age: 9.55 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 371,595.67 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,167,495.54 km

Waxing Gibbous Moon in Thready Clouds 26 August 2023 01Phase: Waxing Gibbous under thready clouds
Illumination: 72%
Moon Age: 9.55 days
Moon Angle: 0.54
Moon Distance: 371,595.67 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,167,495.54 km

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