Moon Phase on October 18, 1990
On Thursday, October 18, 1990 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 29.4 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 15:37 UTC.
New · Moon phase
New Moon
Thursday, October 18, 1990
- Moon age
- 29.4 days
- First Quarter
- in 8.4 days
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Moon Data for October 18, 1990
- Phase
- New Moon
- Illumination
- 0.2%
- Moon age
- 29.4 days
- Direction
- New, then waxing
- Moon sign
- Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 399,136 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.
Exact Phase Time
| Phase | Date | Time (UTC) | Your local time |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | 15:37 UTC | Oct 18, 3:37 PM UTC |
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About the New Moon
The New Moon marks the beginning of the lunar cycle. The moon is positioned between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from our perspective. This phase represents new beginnings, fresh starts, and the planting of seeds for future growth.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for setting intentions, starting new projects, and embracing fresh opportunities. The darkness invites introspection and planning for the cycle ahead.
Questions About October 18, 1990
What was the moon phase on October 18, 1990?
On Thursday, October 18, 1990 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 29.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 18, 1990?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, October 4, 1990 and Friday, November 2, 1990.
Was there a new moon on October 18, 1990?
Yes. The exact new moon was at 15:37 UTC on October 18, 1990.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 18, 1990?
The moon was in Libra for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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