Moon Phase on July 12, 2016

On Tuesday, July 12, 2016 the moon was a First Quarter, 55% illuminated and 7.8 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 00:52 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Tuesday, July 12, 2016

Illumination55%
Moon age
7.8 days
Full Moon
in 7.5 days

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Moon Data for July 12, 2016

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
54.5%
Moon age
7.8 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Libra → Scorpio
Distance from Earth
403,925 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 12, 2016, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter00:52 UTCJul 12, 12:52 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 12, 2016

What was the moon phase on July 12, 2016?

On Tuesday, July 12, 2016 the moon was a First Quarter, with 55% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.8 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on July 12, 2016?

No. The closest full moons were on Monday, June 20, 2016 and Tuesday, July 19, 2016.

Was there a new moon on July 12, 2016?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, July 4, 2016 and Tuesday, August 2, 2016.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on July 12, 2016?

The moon moved from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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