Moon Phase on March 1, 2012

On Thursday, March 1, 2012 the moon was a First Quarter, 54% illuminated and 7.8 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 01:22 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Illumination54%
Moon age
7.8 days
Full Moon
in 6.9 days

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Moon Data for March 1, 2012

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
54.4%
Moon age
7.8 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Gemini
Distance from Earth
399,580 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 March 1, 2012, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter01:22 UTCMar 1, 1:22 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 March 1, 2012

What was the moon phase on March 1, 2012?

On Thursday, March 1, 2012 the moon was a First Quarter, with 54% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.8 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on March 1, 2012?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, February 7, 2012 and Thursday, March 8, 2012.

Was there a new moon on March 1, 2012?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 and Thursday, March 22, 2012.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 1, 2012?

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

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