Moon Phase on September 15, 2010

On Wednesday, September 15, 2010 the moon was a First Quarter, 53% illuminated and 7.6 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 05:50 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Illumination53%
Moon age
7.6 days
Full Moon
in 7.9 days

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Moon Data for September 15, 2010

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
52.7%
Moon age
7.6 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Sagittarius → Capricorn
Distance from Earth
390,808 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 September 15, 2010, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter05:50 UTCSep 15, 5:50 AM 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 September 15, 2010

What was the moon phase on September 15, 2010?

On Wednesday, September 15, 2010 the moon was a First Quarter, with 53% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.6 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on September 15, 2010?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, August 24, 2010 and Thursday, September 23, 2010.

Was there a new moon on September 15, 2010?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, September 8, 2010 and Thursday, October 7, 2010.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 15, 2010?

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

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