Moon Phase on October 12, 2001
On Friday, October 12, 2001 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 25% illuminated and 24.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Friday, October 12, 2001
- Moon age
- 24.6 days
- New Moon
- in 4.3 days
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Moon Data for October 12, 2001
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 24.8%
- Moon age
- 24.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Leo
- Distance from Earth
- 366,003 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 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 October 12, 2001
What was the moon phase on October 12, 2001?
On Friday, October 12, 2001 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 25% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 12, 2001?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, October 2, 2001 and Thursday, November 1, 2001.
Was there a new moon on October 12, 2001?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, September 17, 2001 and Tuesday, October 16, 2001.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 12, 2001?
The moon was in Leo for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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