Moon Phase on April 11, 2011

On Monday, April 11, 2011 the moon was a First Quarter, 50% illuminated and 7.4 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 12:06 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Monday, April 11, 2011

Illumination50%
Moon age
7.4 days
Full Moon
in 6.6 days

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Moon Data for April 11, 2011

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
50.1%
Moon age
7.4 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Cancer
Distance from Earth
380,008 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 April 11, 2011, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter12:06 UTCApr 11, 12:06 PM 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 April 11, 2011

What was the moon phase on April 11, 2011?

On Monday, April 11, 2011 the moon was a First Quarter, with 50% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.4 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on April 11, 2011?

No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, March 19, 2011 and Monday, April 18, 2011.

Was there a new moon on April 11, 2011?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, April 3, 2011 and Tuesday, May 3, 2011.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 11, 2011?

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

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