Moon Phase on March 8, 2002
On Friday, March 8, 2002 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 26% illuminated and 24.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Friday, March 8, 2002
- Moon age
- 24.5 days
- New Moon
- in 5.6 days
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Moon Data for March 8, 2002
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 26.2%
- Moon age
- 24.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 395,711 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 March 8, 2002
What was the moon phase on March 8, 2002?
On Friday, March 8, 2002 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 26% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 8, 2002?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, February 27, 2002 and Thursday, March 28, 2002.
Was there a new moon on March 8, 2002?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, February 12, 2002 and Thursday, March 14, 2002.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 8, 2002?
The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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