Moon Phase on December 7, 1997

On Sunday, December 7, 1997 the moon was a First Quarter, 53% illuminated and 7.6 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 06:09 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Sunday, December 7, 1997

Illumination53%
Moon age
7.6 days
Full Moon
in 6.6 days

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Moon Data for December 7, 1997

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
52.9%
Moon age
7.6 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Pisces
Distance from Earth
370,406 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 7, 1997, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter06:09 UTCDec 7, 6:09 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 7, 1997

What was the moon phase on December 7, 1997?

On Sunday, December 7, 1997 the moon was a First Quarter, with 53% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.6 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on December 7, 1997?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, November 14, 1997 and Sunday, December 14, 1997.

Was there a new moon on December 7, 1997?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, November 30, 1997 and Monday, December 29, 1997.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 7, 1997?

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

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