Moon Phase on April 30, 2002
On Tuesday, April 30, 2002 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 85% illuminated and 18.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Tuesday, April 30, 2002
- Moon age
- 18.5 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.8 days
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Moon Data for April 30, 2002
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 85.4%
- Moon age
- 18.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 377,494 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 Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About April 30, 2002
What was the moon phase on April 30, 2002?
On Tuesday, April 30, 2002 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 85% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 30, 2002?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, April 27, 2002 and Sunday, May 26, 2002.
Was there a new moon on April 30, 2002?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, April 12, 2002 and Sunday, May 12, 2002.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 30, 2002?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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