Moon Phase on April 17, 2014
On Thursday, April 17, 2014 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 95% illuminated and 17.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, April 17, 2014
- Moon age
- 17.0 days
- Last Quarter
- in 4.8 days
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Moon Data for April 17, 2014
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 94.5%
- Moon age
- 17.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 377,549 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 Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About April 17, 2014
What was the moon phase on April 17, 2014?
On Thursday, April 17, 2014 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 95% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 17, 2014?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 and Wednesday, May 14, 2014.
Was there a new moon on April 17, 2014?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, March 30, 2014 and Tuesday, April 29, 2014.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 17, 2014?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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