Moon Phase on March 17, 2012
On Saturday, March 17, 2012 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 25% illuminated and 24.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Saturday, March 17, 2012
- Moon age
- 24.6 days
- New Moon
- in 5.1 days
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Moon Data for March 17, 2012
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 24.8%
- Moon age
- 24.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn → Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 384,194 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 March 17, 2012
What was the moon phase on March 17, 2012?
On Saturday, March 17, 2012 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 25% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 17, 2012?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, March 8, 2012 and Friday, April 6, 2012.
Was there a new moon on March 17, 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 17, 2012?
The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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