Moon Phase on March 12, 2002
On Tuesday, March 12, 2002 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 2% illuminated and 28.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Tuesday, March 12, 2002
- Moon age
- 28.1 days
- New Moon
- in 1.6 days
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Moon Data for March 12, 2002
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 2.4%
- Moon age
- 28.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 405,899 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 12, 2002
What was the moon phase on March 12, 2002?
On Tuesday, March 12, 2002 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 2% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 28.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 12, 2002?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, February 27, 2002 and Thursday, March 28, 2002.
Was there a new moon on March 12, 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 12, 2002?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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