Moon Phase on April 21, 2017
On Friday, April 21, 2017 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 30% illuminated and 24.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Friday, April 21, 2017
- Moon age
- 24.1 days
- New Moon
- in 5.0 days
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Moon Data for April 21, 2017
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 29.6%
- Moon age
- 24.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 385,475 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 April 21, 2017
What was the moon phase on April 21, 2017?
On Friday, April 21, 2017 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 30% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 21, 2017?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 and Wednesday, May 10, 2017.
Was there a new moon on April 21, 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 21, 2017?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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