Moon Phase on December 12, 2001
On Wednesday, December 12, 2001 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 6% illuminated and 27.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, December 12, 2001
- Moon age
- 27.1 days
- New Moon
- in 2.4 days
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Moon Data for December 12, 2001
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 6.5%
- Moon age
- 27.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio
- Distance from Earth
- 377,391 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 December 12, 2001
What was the moon phase on December 12, 2001?
On Wednesday, December 12, 2001 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 6% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on December 12, 2001?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, November 30, 2001 and Sunday, December 30, 2001.
Was there a new moon on December 12, 2001?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, November 15, 2001 and Friday, December 14, 2001.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 12, 2001?
The moon was in Scorpio for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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