Moon Phase on March 17, 1996

On Sunday, March 17, 1996 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 5% illuminated and 27.4 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Sunday, March 17, 1996

Illumination5%
Moon age
27.4 days
New Moon
in 1.9 days

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Moon Data for March 17, 1996

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
5.1%
Moon age
27.4 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Aquarius → Pisces
Distance from Earth
367,176 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 March 17, 1996

What was the moon phase on March 17, 1996?

On Sunday, March 17, 1996 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 5% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.4 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on March 17, 1996?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, March 5, 1996 and Thursday, April 4, 1996.

Was there a new moon on March 17, 1996?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, February 18, 1996 and Tuesday, March 19, 1996.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 17, 1996?

The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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