Moon Phase on May 12, 2002

On Sunday, May 12, 2002 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 0.0 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 10:45 UTC.

New · Moon phase

New Moon

Sunday, May 12, 2002

Illumination0%
Moon age
0.0 days
First Quarter
in 7.3 days

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Moon Data for May 12, 2002

Phase
New Moon
Illumination
0.0%
Moon age
0.0 days
Direction
New, then waxing
Moon sign
Taurus
Distance from Earth
396,548 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on May 12, 2002, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
New Moon10:45 UTCMay 12, 10:45 AM UTC

About the New Moon

The New Moon marks the beginning of the lunar cycle. The moon is positioned between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from our perspective. This phase represents new beginnings, fresh starts, and the planting of seeds for future growth.

Spiritual Meaning

A time for setting intentions, starting new projects, and embracing fresh opportunities. The darkness invites introspection and planning for the cycle ahead.

Questions About May 12, 2002

What was the moon phase on May 12, 2002?

On Sunday, May 12, 2002 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 0.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 12, 2002?

No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, April 27, 2002 and Sunday, May 26, 2002.

Was there a new moon on May 12, 2002?

Yes. The exact new moon was at 10:45 UTC on May 12, 2002.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 12, 2002?

The moon was in Taurus for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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