Moon Phase on December 17, 1992
On Thursday, December 17, 1992 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 42% illuminated and 22.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, December 17, 1992
- Moon age
- 22.9 days
- New Moon
- in 6.5 days
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Moon Data for December 17, 1992
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 42.2%
- Moon age
- 22.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Virgo → Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 372,334 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 December 17, 1992
What was the moon phase on December 17, 1992?
On Thursday, December 17, 1992 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 42% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 22.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on December 17, 1992?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, December 9, 1992 and Friday, January 8, 1993.
Was there a new moon on December 17, 1992?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, November 24, 1992 and Thursday, December 24, 1992.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 17, 1992?
The moon moved from Virgo into Libra during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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