Moon Phase on October 6, 2010
On Wednesday, October 6, 2010 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 3% illuminated and 28.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
- Moon age
- 28.0 days
- New Moon
- in 1.3 days
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Moon Data for October 6, 2010
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 2.7%
- Moon age
- 28.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Virgo → Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 359,448 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 October 6, 2010
What was the moon phase on October 6, 2010?
On Wednesday, October 6, 2010 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 3% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 28.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 6, 2010?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, September 23, 2010 and Saturday, October 23, 2010.
Was there a new moon on October 6, 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 October 6, 2010?
The moon moved from Virgo into Libra during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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