Moon Phase on March 16, 2004
On Tuesday, March 16, 2004 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 22% illuminated and 25.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Tuesday, March 16, 2004
- Moon age
- 25.0 days
- New Moon
- in 4.4 days
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Moon Data for March 16, 2004
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 22.1%
- Moon age
- 25.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn → Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 374,155 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 16, 2004
What was the moon phase on March 16, 2004?
On Tuesday, March 16, 2004 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 22% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 16, 2004?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, March 6, 2004 and Monday, April 5, 2004.
Was there a new moon on March 16, 2004?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, February 20, 2004 and Saturday, March 20, 2004.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 16, 2004?
The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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