Moon Phase on September 13, 2002

On Friday, September 13, 2002 the moon was a First Quarter, 47% illuminated and 7.1 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 18:08 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Friday, September 13, 2002

Illumination47%
Moon age
7.1 days
Full Moon
in 8.1 days

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Moon Data for September 13, 2002

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
47.3%
Moon age
7.1 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
377,848 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 September 13, 2002, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter18:08 UTCSep 13, 6:08 PM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About September 13, 2002

What was the moon phase on September 13, 2002?

On Friday, September 13, 2002 the moon was a First Quarter, with 47% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.1 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on September 13, 2002?

No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, August 22, 2002 and Saturday, September 21, 2002.

Was there a new moon on September 13, 2002?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, September 7, 2002 and Sunday, October 6, 2002.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 13, 2002?

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

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