Moon Phase on September 12, 2013

On Thursday, September 12, 2013 the moon was a First Quarter, 48% illuminated and 7.2 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 17:09 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Thursday, September 12, 2013

Illumination48%
Moon age
7.2 days
Full Moon
in 7.0 days

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Moon Data for September 12, 2013

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
47.7%
Moon age
7.2 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
371,148 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 12, 2013, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter17:09 UTCSep 12, 5:09 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 12, 2013

What was the moon phase on September 12, 2013?

On Thursday, September 12, 2013 the moon was a First Quarter, with 48% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.2 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on September 12, 2013?

No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, August 21, 2013 and Thursday, September 19, 2013.

Was there a new moon on September 12, 2013?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, September 5, 2013 and Saturday, October 5, 2013.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 12, 2013?

The moon was in Sagittarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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