Moon Phase on April 2, 2009

On Thursday, April 2, 2009 the moon was a First Quarter, 49% illuminated and 7.3 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 14:34 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Thursday, April 2, 2009

Illumination49%
Moon age
7.3 days
Full Moon
in 7.1 days

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Moon Data for April 2, 2009

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
48.9%
Moon age
7.3 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Cancer
Distance from Earth
370,044 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

Principal moon phase on April 2, 2009, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter14:34 UTCApr 2, 2:34 PM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About April 2, 2009

What was the moon phase on April 2, 2009?

On Thursday, April 2, 2009 the moon was a First Quarter, with 49% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.3 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on April 2, 2009?

No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 and Thursday, April 9, 2009.

Was there a new moon on April 2, 2009?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, March 26, 2009 and Saturday, April 25, 2009.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 2, 2009?

The moon was in Cancer for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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