Moon Phase on April 8, 2010

On Thursday, April 8, 2010 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 31% illuminated and 24.0 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Thursday, April 8, 2010

Illumination31%
Moon age
24.0 days
New Moon
in 6.0 days

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Moon Data for April 8, 2010

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
30.7%
Moon age
24.0 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Aquarius
Distance from Earth
404,767 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 8, 2010

What was the moon phase on April 8, 2010?

On Thursday, April 8, 2010 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 31% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on April 8, 2010?

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

Was there a new moon on April 8, 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 8, 2010?

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

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