Moon Phase on December 18, 2004

On Saturday, December 18, 2004 the moon was a First Quarter, 48% illuminated and 7.2 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 16:40 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Saturday, December 18, 2004

Illumination48%
Moon age
7.2 days
Full Moon
in 8.1 days

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Moon Data for December 18, 2004

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
48.0%
Moon age
7.2 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Pisces → Aries
Distance from Earth
379,352 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 December 18, 2004, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter16:40 UTCDec 18, 4:40 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 December 18, 2004

What was the moon phase on December 18, 2004?

On Saturday, December 18, 2004 the moon was a First Quarter, with 48% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.2 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on December 18, 2004?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, November 26, 2004 and Sunday, December 26, 2004.

Was there a new moon on December 18, 2004?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, December 12, 2004 and Monday, January 10, 2005.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 18, 2004?

The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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