Moon Phase on July 5, 2014

On Saturday, July 5, 2014 the moon was a First Quarter, 50% illuminated and 7.4 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 11:59 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Saturday, July 5, 2014

Illumination50%
Moon age
7.4 days
Full Moon
in 7.0 days

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Moon Data for July 5, 2014

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
50.1%
Moon age
7.4 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Libra
Distance from Earth
394,307 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 July 5, 2014, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter11:59 UTCJul 5, 11:59 AM 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 July 5, 2014

What was the moon phase on July 5, 2014?

On Saturday, July 5, 2014 the moon was a First Quarter, with 50% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.4 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on July 5, 2014?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, June 13, 2014 and Saturday, July 12, 2014.

Was there a new moon on July 5, 2014?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, June 27, 2014 and Saturday, July 26, 2014.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on July 5, 2014?

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

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