Moon Phase on April 12, 1988
On Tuesday, April 12, 1988 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 21% illuminated and 25.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Tuesday, April 12, 1988
- Moon age
- 25.1 days
- New Moon
- in 4.0 days
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Moon Data for April 12, 1988
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 20.9%
- Moon age
- 25.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 365,574 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 12, 1988
What was the moon phase on April 12, 1988?
On Tuesday, April 12, 1988 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 21% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 12, 1988?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, April 2, 1988 and Sunday, May 1, 1988.
Was there a new moon on April 12, 1988?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, March 18, 1988 and Saturday, April 16, 1988.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 12, 1988?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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