Moon Phase on March 27, 2015

On Friday, March 27, 2015 the moon was a First Quarter, 52% illuminated and 7.6 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 07:43 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Friday, March 27, 2015

Illumination52%
Moon age
7.6 days
Full Moon
in 8.0 days

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Moon Data for March 27, 2015

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
51.9%
Moon age
7.6 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Cancer
Distance from Earth
393,350 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 27, 2015, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter07:43 UTCMar 27, 7:43 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 March 27, 2015

What was the moon phase on March 27, 2015?

On Friday, March 27, 2015 the moon was a First Quarter, with 52% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.6 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on March 27, 2015?

No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, March 5, 2015 and Saturday, April 4, 2015.

Was there a new moon on March 27, 2015?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, March 20, 2015 and Saturday, April 18, 2015.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 27, 2015?

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

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