Moon Phase on December 6, 1985
On Friday, December 6, 1985 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 38% illuminated and 23.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Friday, December 6, 1985
- Moon age
- 23.3 days
- New Moon
- in 5.5 days
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Moon Data for December 6, 1985
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 37.9%
- Moon age
- 23.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Virgo → Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 373,545 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 6, 1985
What was the moon phase on December 6, 1985?
On Friday, December 6, 1985 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 38% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 23.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on December 6, 1985?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, November 27, 1985 and Friday, December 27, 1985.
Was there a new moon on December 6, 1985?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, November 12, 1985 and Thursday, December 12, 1985.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 6, 1985?
The moon moved from Virgo into Libra during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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