Moon Phase on March 3, 2011
On Thursday, March 3, 2011 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 2% illuminated and 28.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, March 3, 2011
- Moon age
- 28.3 days
- New Moon
- in 1.4 days
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Moon Data for March 3, 2011
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 1.8%
- Moon age
- 28.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 403,975 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 March 3, 2011
What was the moon phase on March 3, 2011?
On Thursday, March 3, 2011 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 2% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 28.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 3, 2011?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, February 18, 2011 and Saturday, March 19, 2011.
Was there a new moon on March 3, 2011?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, February 3, 2011 and Friday, March 4, 2011.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 3, 2011?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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