Moon Phase on April 27, 2011
On Wednesday, April 27, 2011 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 28% illuminated and 24.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
- Moon age
- 24.3 days
- New Moon
- in 5.8 days
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Moon Data for April 27, 2011
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 27.8%
- Moon age
- 24.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 403,435 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 April 27, 2011
What was the moon phase on April 27, 2011?
On Wednesday, April 27, 2011 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 28% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 27, 2011?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, April 18, 2011 and Tuesday, May 17, 2011.
Was there a new moon on April 27, 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 27, 2011?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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