Moon Phase on April 16, 1985
On Tuesday, April 16, 1985 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 12% illuminated and 26.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Tuesday, April 16, 1985
- Moon age
- 26.2 days
- New Moon
- in 3.7 days
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Moon Data for April 16, 1985
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 12.2%
- Moon age
- 26.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 402,813 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 April 16, 1985
What was the moon phase on April 16, 1985?
On Tuesday, April 16, 1985 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 12% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 16, 1985?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, April 5, 1985 and Saturday, May 4, 1985.
Was there a new moon on April 16, 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 April 16, 1985?
The moon was in Pisces for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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