Moon Phase on November 3, 1988
On Thursday, November 3, 1988 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 31% illuminated and 24.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, November 3, 1988
- Moon age
- 24.0 days
- New Moon
- in 6.1 days
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Moon Data for November 3, 1988
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 30.9%
- Moon age
- 24.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Leo → Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 404,533 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 November 3, 1988
What was the moon phase on November 3, 1988?
On Thursday, November 3, 1988 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 31% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on November 3, 1988?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, October 25, 1988 and Wednesday, November 23, 1988.
Was there a new moon on November 3, 1988?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, October 10, 1988 and Wednesday, November 9, 1988.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on November 3, 1988?
The moon moved from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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