Moon Phase on April 18, 2009
On Saturday, April 18, 2009 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 41% illuminated and 23.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Saturday, April 18, 2009
- Moon age
- 23.0 days
- New Moon
- in 6.6 days
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Moon Data for April 18, 2009
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 41.3%
- Moon age
- 23.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 401,375 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 18, 2009
What was the moon phase on April 18, 2009?
On Saturday, April 18, 2009 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 41% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 23.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 18, 2009?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, April 9, 2009 and Saturday, May 9, 2009.
Was there a new moon on April 18, 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 18, 2009?
The moon was in Aquarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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