Moon Phase on December 26, 1998

On Saturday, December 26, 1998 the moon was a First Quarter, 51% illuminated and 7.4 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 10:46 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Saturday, December 26, 1998

Illumination51%
Moon age
7.4 days
Full Moon
in 6.6 days

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Moon Data for December 26, 1998

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
50.7%
Moon age
7.4 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Pisces → Aries
Distance from Earth
372,975 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 26, 1998, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter10:46 UTCDec 26, 10:46 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 26, 1998

What was the moon phase on December 26, 1998?

On Saturday, December 26, 1998 the moon was a First Quarter, with 51% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.4 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on December 26, 1998?

No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, December 3, 1998 and Saturday, January 2, 1999.

Was there a new moon on December 26, 1998?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, December 18, 1998 and Sunday, January 17, 1999.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 26, 1998?

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

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