Moon Phase on April 15, 2012
On Sunday, April 15, 2012 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 29% illuminated and 24.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Sunday, April 15, 2012
- Moon age
- 24.2 days
- New Moon
- in 5.8 days
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Moon Data for April 15, 2012
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 29.2%
- Moon age
- 24.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 390,310 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 April 15, 2012
What was the moon phase on April 15, 2012?
On Sunday, April 15, 2012 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 29% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 15, 2012?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, April 6, 2012 and Sunday, May 6, 2012.
Was there a new moon on April 15, 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 15, 2012?
The moon was in Aquarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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