Moon Phase on August 24, 2012

On Friday, August 24, 2012 the moon was a First Quarter, 49% illuminated and 7.3 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 13:54 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Friday, August 24, 2012

Illumination49%
Moon age
7.3 days
Full Moon
in 7.1 days

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Moon Data for August 24, 2012

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
49.2%
Moon age
7.3 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Scorpio → Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
369,841 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on August 24, 2012, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter13:54 UTCAug 24, 1:54 PM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About August 24, 2012

What was the moon phase on August 24, 2012?

On Friday, August 24, 2012 the moon was a First Quarter, with 49% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.3 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on August 24, 2012?

No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, August 2, 2012 and Friday, August 31, 2012.

Was there a new moon on August 24, 2012?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, August 17, 2012 and Sunday, September 16, 2012.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on August 24, 2012?

The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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