Moon Phase on April 3, 2017

On Monday, April 3, 2017 the moon was a First Quarter, 47% illuminated and 7.1 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 18:40 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Monday, April 3, 2017

Illumination47%
Moon age
7.1 days
Full Moon
in 7.8 days

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Moon Data for April 3, 2017

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
47.0%
Moon age
7.1 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Cancer
Distance from Earth
372,073 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 April 3, 2017, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter18:40 UTCApr 3, 6:40 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 April 3, 2017

What was the moon phase on April 3, 2017?

On Monday, April 3, 2017 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 April 3, 2017?

No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, March 12, 2017 and Tuesday, April 11, 2017.

Was there a new moon on April 3, 2017?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 and Wednesday, April 26, 2017.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 3, 2017?

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

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