Moon Phase on December 15, 2018

On Saturday, December 15, 2018 the moon was a First Quarter, 50% illuminated and 7.4 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 11:50 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Saturday, December 15, 2018

Illumination50%
Moon age
7.4 days
Full Moon
in 7.2 days

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Moon Data for December 15, 2018

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
50.2%
Moon age
7.4 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Pisces
Distance from Earth
399,758 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 December 15, 2018, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter11:50 UTCDec 15, 11:50 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 December 15, 2018

What was the moon phase on December 15, 2018?

On Saturday, December 15, 2018 the moon was a First Quarter, with 50% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.4 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on December 15, 2018?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, November 23, 2018 and Saturday, December 22, 2018.

Was there a new moon on December 15, 2018?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, December 7, 2018 and Sunday, January 6, 2019.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 15, 2018?

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

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