Moon Phase on April 23, 2006
On Sunday, April 23, 2006 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 24% illuminated and 24.7 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Sunday, April 23, 2006
- Moon age
- 24.7 days
- New Moon
- in 4.3 days
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Moon Data for April 23, 2006
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 24.2%
- Moon age
- 24.7 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 366,038 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 April 23, 2006
What was the moon phase on April 23, 2006?
On Sunday, April 23, 2006 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 24% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 23, 2006?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, April 13, 2006 and Saturday, May 13, 2006.
Was there a new moon on April 23, 2006?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, March 29, 2006 and Thursday, April 27, 2006.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 23, 2006?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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