Moon Phase on March 2, 2016
On Wednesday, March 2, 2016 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 45% illuminated and 22.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
- Moon age
- 22.6 days
- New Moon
- in 6.6 days
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Moon Data for March 2, 2016
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 44.9%
- Moon age
- 22.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 394,636 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 Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.
Questions About March 2, 2016
What was the moon phase on March 2, 2016?
On Wednesday, March 2, 2016 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 45% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 22.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 2, 2016?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, February 22, 2016 and Wednesday, March 23, 2016.
Was there a new moon on March 2, 2016?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, February 8, 2016 and Wednesday, March 9, 2016.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 2, 2016?
The moon was in Sagittarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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