Moon Phase on April 7, 2010

On Wednesday, April 7, 2010 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 40% illuminated and 23.1 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Illumination40%
Moon age
23.1 days
New Moon
in 7.0 days

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Moon Data for April 7, 2010

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
39.7%
Moon age
23.1 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Capricorn → Aquarius
Distance from Earth
403,415 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.

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 7, 2010

What was the moon phase on April 7, 2010?

On Wednesday, April 7, 2010 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 40% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 23.1 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on April 7, 2010?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, March 30, 2010 and Wednesday, April 28, 2010.

Was there a new moon on April 7, 2010?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, March 15, 2010 and Wednesday, April 14, 2010.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 7, 2010?

The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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