Moon Phase on September 5, 2000

On Tuesday, September 5, 2000 the moon was a First Quarter, 48% illuminated and 7.2 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 16:28 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Tuesday, September 5, 2000

Illumination48%
Moon age
7.2 days
Full Moon
in 8.3 days

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Moon Data for September 5, 2000

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
48.3%
Moon age
7.2 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
399,294 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 September 5, 2000, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter16:28 UTCSep 5, 4:28 PM 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 September 5, 2000

What was the moon phase on September 5, 2000?

On Tuesday, September 5, 2000 the moon was a First Quarter, with 48% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.2 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on September 5, 2000?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, August 15, 2000 and Wednesday, September 13, 2000.

Was there a new moon on September 5, 2000?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, August 29, 2000 and Wednesday, September 27, 2000.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 5, 2000?

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

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