Moon Phase on December 28, 1983
On Wednesday, December 28, 1983 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 32% illuminated and 23.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, December 28, 1983
- Moon age
- 23.9 days
- New Moon
- in 5.7 days
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Moon Data for December 28, 1983
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 31.5%
- Moon age
- 23.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra → Scorpio
- Distance from Earth
- 378,120 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 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 December 28, 1983
What was the moon phase on December 28, 1983?
On Wednesday, December 28, 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 December 28, 1983?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, December 20, 1983 and Wednesday, January 18, 1984.
Was there a new moon on December 28, 1983?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, December 4, 1983 and Tuesday, January 3, 1984.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 28, 1983?
The moon moved from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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