Moon Phase on September 20, 2006
On Wednesday, September 20, 2006 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 4% illuminated and 27.8 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
- Moon age
- 27.8 days
- New Moon
- in 2.0 days
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Moon Data for September 20, 2006
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 3.5%
- Moon age
- 27.8 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Leo → Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 405,487 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 September 20, 2006
What was the moon phase on September 20, 2006?
On Wednesday, September 20, 2006 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 4% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.8 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on September 20, 2006?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, September 7, 2006 and Saturday, October 7, 2006.
Was there a new moon on September 20, 2006?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, August 23, 2006 and Friday, September 22, 2006.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 20, 2006?
The moon moved from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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