Moon Phase on March 8, 2014

On Saturday, March 8, 2014 the moon was a First Quarter, 50% illuminated and 7.3 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 13:27 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Saturday, March 8, 2014

Illumination50%
Moon age
7.3 days
Full Moon
in 8.2 days

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Moon Data for March 8, 2014

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
49.5%
Moon age
7.3 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Gemini
Distance from Earth
398,784 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 March 8, 2014, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter13:27 UTCMar 8, 1:27 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 March 8, 2014

What was the moon phase on March 8, 2014?

On Saturday, March 8, 2014 the moon was a First Quarter, with 50% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.3 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on March 8, 2014?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, February 14, 2014 and Sunday, March 16, 2014.

Was there a new moon on March 8, 2014?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, March 1, 2014 and Sunday, March 30, 2014.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 8, 2014?

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

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