Moon Phase on December 25, 1990

On Tuesday, December 25, 1990 the moon was a First Quarter, 54% illuminated and 7.8 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 03:16 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Tuesday, December 25, 1990

Illumination54%
Moon age
7.8 days
Full Moon
in 6.3 days

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Moon Data for December 25, 1990

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
54.1%
Moon age
7.8 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Aries
Distance from Earth
378,779 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 25, 1990, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter03:16 UTCDec 25, 3:16 AM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About December 25, 1990

What was the moon phase on December 25, 1990?

On Tuesday, December 25, 1990 the moon was a First Quarter, with 54% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.8 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on December 25, 1990?

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

Was there a new moon on December 25, 1990?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, December 17, 1990 and Tuesday, January 15, 1991.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 25, 1990?

The moon was in Aries for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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