Moon Phase on December 29, 2016
On Thursday, December 29, 2016 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 0.2 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 06:53 UTC.
New · Moon phase
New Moon
Thursday, December 29, 2016
- Moon age
- 0.2 days
- First Quarter
- in 7.3 days
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Moon Data for December 29, 2016
- Phase
- New Moon
- Illumination
- 0.2%
- Moon age
- 0.2 days
- Direction
- New, then waxing
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 398,983 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
| Phase | Date | Time (UTC) | Your local time |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | 06:53 UTC | Dec 29, 6:53 AM UTC |
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About the New Moon
The New Moon marks the beginning of the lunar cycle. The moon is positioned between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from our perspective. This phase represents new beginnings, fresh starts, and the planting of seeds for future growth.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for setting intentions, starting new projects, and embracing fresh opportunities. The darkness invites introspection and planning for the cycle ahead.
Questions About December 29, 2016
What was the moon phase on December 29, 2016?
On Thursday, December 29, 2016 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 0.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on December 29, 2016?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, December 14, 2016 and Thursday, January 12, 2017.
Was there a new moon on December 29, 2016?
Yes. The exact new moon was at 06:53 UTC on December 29, 2016.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 29, 2016?
The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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