Moon Phase on March 11, 2012
On Sunday, March 11, 2012 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 87% illuminated and 18.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, March 11, 2012
- Moon age
- 18.3 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.6 days
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Moon Data for March 11, 2012
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 86.7%
- Moon age
- 18.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra → Scorpio
- Distance from Earth
- 363,231 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 11, 2012
What was the moon phase on March 11, 2012?
On Sunday, March 11, 2012 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 87% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 11, 2012?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, March 8, 2012 and Friday, April 6, 2012.
Was there a new moon on March 11, 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 11, 2012?
The moon moved from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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