Moon Phase on April 11, 2012
On Wednesday, April 11, 2012 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 71% illuminated and 20.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
- Moon age
- 20.1 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.0 days
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Moon Data for April 11, 2012
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 71.2%
- Moon age
- 20.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 369,577 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 April 11, 2012
What was the moon phase on April 11, 2012?
On Wednesday, April 11, 2012 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 71% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 11, 2012?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, April 6, 2012 and Sunday, May 6, 2012.
Was there a new moon on April 11, 2012?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, March 22, 2012 and Saturday, April 21, 2012.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 11, 2012?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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