Moon Phase on March 29, 1985

On Friday, March 29, 1985 the moon was a First Quarter, 48% illuminated and 7.2 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 16:11 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Friday, March 29, 1985

Illumination48%
Moon age
7.2 days
Full Moon
in 7.0 days

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Moon Data for March 29, 1985

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
48.3%
Moon age
7.2 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Cancer
Distance from Earth
390,579 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on March 29, 1985, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter16:11 UTCMar 29, 4:11 PM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About March 29, 1985

What was the moon phase on March 29, 1985?

On Friday, March 29, 1985 the moon was a First Quarter, with 48% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.2 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on March 29, 1985?

No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, March 7, 1985 and Friday, April 5, 1985.

Was there a new moon on March 29, 1985?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, March 21, 1985 and Saturday, April 20, 1985.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 29, 1985?

The moon was in Cancer for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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