Moon Phase on December 18, 2003
On Thursday, December 18, 2003 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 31% illuminated and 24.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, December 18, 2003
- Moon age
- 24.0 days
- New Moon
- in 4.9 days
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Moon Data for December 18, 2003
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 31.1%
- Moon age
- 24.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 370,695 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 December 18, 2003
What was the moon phase on December 18, 2003?
On Thursday, December 18, 2003 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 31% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on December 18, 2003?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, December 8, 2003 and Wednesday, January 7, 2004.
Was there a new moon on December 18, 2003?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, November 23, 2003 and Tuesday, December 23, 2003.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 18, 2003?
The moon was in Libra for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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