Moon Phase on April 1, 2005
On Friday, April 1, 2005 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 56% illuminated and 21.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, April 1, 2005
- Moon age
- 21.6 days
- Last Quarter
- in 0.5 days
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Moon Data for April 1, 2005
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 56.2%
- Moon age
- 21.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 371,253 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 Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About April 1, 2005
What was the moon phase on April 1, 2005?
On Friday, April 1, 2005 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 56% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 21.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 1, 2005?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, March 25, 2005 and Sunday, April 24, 2005.
Was there a new moon on April 1, 2005?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, March 10, 2005 and Friday, April 8, 2005.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 1, 2005?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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