Moon Phase on March 24, 1987
On Tuesday, March 24, 1987 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 30% illuminated and 24.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Tuesday, March 24, 1987
- Moon age
- 24.1 days
- New Moon
- in 5.0 days
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Moon Data for March 24, 1987
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 29.8%
- Moon age
- 24.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn → Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 368,995 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 March 24, 1987
What was the moon phase on March 24, 1987?
On Tuesday, March 24, 1987 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 30% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 24, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, March 15, 1987 and Tuesday, April 14, 1987.
Was there a new moon on March 24, 1987?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, February 28, 1987 and Sunday, March 29, 1987.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 24, 1987?
The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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