Moon Phase on March 9, 2012
On Friday, March 9, 2012 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 98% illuminated and 16.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, March 9, 2012
- Moon age
- 16.0 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.6 days
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Moon Data for March 9, 2012
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 98.1%
- Moon age
- 16.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Virgo → Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 363,031 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 Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About March 9, 2012
What was the moon phase on March 9, 2012?
On Friday, March 9, 2012 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 98% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 9, 2012?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, March 8, 2012 and Friday, April 6, 2012.
Was there a new moon on March 9, 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 9, 2012?
The moon moved from Virgo into Libra during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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