Moon Phase on March 17, 1988
On Thursday, March 17, 1988 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 1% illuminated and 28.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, March 17, 1988
- Moon age
- 28.9 days
- New Moon
- in 0.6 days
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Moon Data for March 17, 1988
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 0.5%
- Moon age
- 28.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 359,884 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 17, 1988
What was the moon phase on March 17, 1988?
On Thursday, March 17, 1988 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 1% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 28.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 17, 1988?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, March 3, 1988 and Saturday, April 2, 1988.
Was there a new moon on March 17, 1988?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, February 17, 1988 and Friday, March 18, 1988.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 17, 1988?
The moon was in Pisces for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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