Moon Phase on December 31, 2005
On Saturday, December 31, 2005 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 0.4 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 03:12 UTC.
New · Moon phase
New Moon
Saturday, December 31, 2005
- Moon age
- 0.4 days
- First Quarter
- in 6.3 days
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Moon Data for December 31, 2005
- Phase
- New Moon
- Illumination
- 0.4%
- Moon age
- 0.4 days
- Direction
- New, then waxing
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 363,429 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
| Phase | Date | Time (UTC) | Your local time |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | 03:12 UTC | Dec 31, 3:12 AM UTC |
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About the New Moon
The New Moon marks the beginning of the lunar cycle. The moon is positioned between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from our perspective. This phase represents new beginnings, fresh starts, and the planting of seeds for future growth.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for setting intentions, starting new projects, and embracing fresh opportunities. The darkness invites introspection and planning for the cycle ahead.
Questions About December 31, 2005
What was the moon phase on December 31, 2005?
On Saturday, December 31, 2005 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 0.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on December 31, 2005?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, December 15, 2005 and Saturday, January 14, 2006.
Was there a new moon on December 31, 2005?
Yes. The exact new moon was at 03:12 UTC on December 31, 2005.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 31, 2005?
The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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