Moon Phase on March 23, 2009
On Monday, March 23, 2009 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 11% illuminated and 26.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Monday, March 23, 2009
- Moon age
- 26.4 days
- New Moon
- in 3.2 days
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Moon Data for March 23, 2009
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 10.5%
- Moon age
- 26.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 395,532 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, 2009
What was the moon phase on March 23, 2009?
On Monday, March 23, 2009 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 11% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 23, 2009?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 and Thursday, April 9, 2009.
Was there a new moon on March 23, 2009?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, February 25, 2009 and Thursday, March 26, 2009.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 23, 2009?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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