Moon Phase on September 22, 2012

On Saturday, September 22, 2012 the moon was a First Quarter, 46% illuminated and 7.0 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 19:41 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Saturday, September 22, 2012

Illumination46%
Moon age
7.0 days
Full Moon
in 7.6 days

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Moon Data for September 22, 2012

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
46.5%
Moon age
7.0 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Sagittarius → Capricorn
Distance from Earth
370,935 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 September 22, 2012, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter19:41 UTCSep 22, 7:41 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 September 22, 2012

What was the moon phase on September 22, 2012?

On Saturday, September 22, 2012 the moon was a First Quarter, with 46% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on September 22, 2012?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, August 31, 2012 and Sunday, September 30, 2012.

Was there a new moon on September 22, 2012?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, September 16, 2012 and Monday, October 15, 2012.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 22, 2012?

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

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