Moon Phase on December 17, 1990

On Monday, December 17, 1990 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 0.3 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 04:22 UTC.

New · Moon phase

New Moon

Monday, December 17, 1990

Illumination0%
Moon age
0.3 days
First Quarter
in 7.6 days

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Moon Data for December 17, 1990

Phase
New Moon
Illumination
0.1%
Moon age
0.3 days
Direction
New, then waxing
Moon sign
Sagittarius → Capricorn
Distance from Earth
405,985 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

Principal moon phase on December 17, 1990, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
New Moon04:22 UTCDec 17, 4:22 AM UTC

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 December 17, 1990

What was the moon phase on December 17, 1990?

On Monday, December 17, 1990 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 0.3 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on December 17, 1990?

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

Was there a new moon on December 17, 1990?

Yes. The exact new moon was at 04:22 UTC on December 17, 1990.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 17, 1990?

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

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