Moon Phase on March 18, 1998
On Wednesday, March 18, 1998 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 77% illuminated and 19.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Wednesday, March 18, 1998
- Moon age
- 19.5 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.8 days
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Moon Data for March 18, 1998
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 76.6%
- Moon age
- 19.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 401,155 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 Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About March 18, 1998
What was the moon phase on March 18, 1998?
On Wednesday, March 18, 1998 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 77% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 18, 1998?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, March 13, 1998 and Saturday, April 11, 1998.
Was there a new moon on March 18, 1998?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, February 26, 1998 and Saturday, March 28, 1998.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 18, 1998?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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