Moon Phase on March 23, 2006
On Thursday, March 23, 2006 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 42% illuminated and 22.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, March 23, 2006
- Moon age
- 22.9 days
- New Moon
- in 5.9 days
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Moon Data for March 23, 2006
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 42.4%
- Moon age
- 22.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 374,921 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 23, 2006
What was the moon phase on March 23, 2006?
On Thursday, March 23, 2006 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 42% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 22.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 23, 2006?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, March 14, 2006 and Thursday, April 13, 2006.
Was there a new moon on March 23, 2006?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, February 28, 2006 and Wednesday, March 29, 2006.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 23, 2006?
The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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