Moon Phase on October 1, 1983

On Saturday, October 1, 1983 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 32% illuminated and 23.9 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Saturday, October 1, 1983

Illumination32%
Moon age
23.9 days
New Moon
in 5.0 days

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Moon Data for October 1, 1983

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
31.6%
Moon age
23.9 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Cancer → Leo
Distance from Earth
368,013 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 October 1, 1983

What was the moon phase on October 1, 1983?

On Saturday, October 1, 1983 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 32% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 23.9 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on October 1, 1983?

No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, September 22, 1983 and Friday, October 21, 1983.

Was there a new moon on October 1, 1983?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, September 7, 1983 and Thursday, October 6, 1983.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 1, 1983?

The moon moved from Cancer into Leo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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