Moon Phase on December 28, 2014

On Sunday, December 28, 2014 the moon was a First Quarter, 47% illuminated and 7.1 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 18:32 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Sunday, December 28, 2014

Illumination47%
Moon age
7.1 days
Full Moon
in 7.7 days

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Moon Data for December 28, 2014

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
47.1%
Moon age
7.1 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Pisces → Aries
Distance from Earth
371,835 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 December 28, 2014, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter18:32 UTCDec 28, 6:32 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 December 28, 2014

What was the moon phase on December 28, 2014?

On Sunday, December 28, 2014 the moon was a First Quarter, with 47% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.1 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on December 28, 2014?

No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, December 6, 2014 and Monday, January 5, 2015.

Was there a new moon on December 28, 2014?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, December 22, 2014 and Tuesday, January 20, 2015.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 28, 2014?

The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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