Moon Phase on December 15, 1990

On Saturday, December 15, 1990 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 3% illuminated and 28.0 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Saturday, December 15, 1990

Illumination3%
Moon age
28.0 days
New Moon
in 1.7 days

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Moon Data for December 15, 1990

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
2.6%
Moon age
28.0 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Scorpio → Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
406,431 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.

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 December 15, 1990

What was the moon phase on December 15, 1990?

On Saturday, December 15, 1990 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 3% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 28.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on December 15, 1990?

No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, December 2, 1990 and Monday, December 31, 1990.

Was there a new moon on December 15, 1990?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, November 17, 1990 and Monday, December 17, 1990.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 15, 1990?

The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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