Moon Phase on April 23, 1987
On Thursday, April 23, 1987 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 23% illuminated and 24.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, April 23, 1987
- Moon age
- 24.9 days
- New Moon
- in 4.6 days
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Moon Data for April 23, 1987
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 22.5%
- Moon age
- 24.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 375,017 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 23, 1987
What was the moon phase on April 23, 1987?
On Thursday, April 23, 1987 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 23% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 23, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, April 14, 1987 and Wednesday, May 13, 1987.
Was there a new moon on April 23, 1987?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, March 29, 1987 and Tuesday, April 28, 1987.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 23, 1987?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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