Moon Phase on April 22, 2009
On Wednesday, April 22, 2009 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 9% illuminated and 26.8 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
- Moon age
- 26.8 days
- New Moon
- in 2.6 days
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Moon Data for April 22, 2009
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 8.5%
- Moon age
- 26.8 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces → Aries
- Distance from Earth
- 383,961 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 22, 2009
What was the moon phase on April 22, 2009?
On Wednesday, April 22, 2009 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 9% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.8 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 22, 2009?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, April 9, 2009 and Saturday, May 9, 2009.
Was there a new moon on April 22, 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 22, 2009?
The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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