Moon Phase on March 5, 2019
On Tuesday, March 5, 2019 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 1% illuminated and 28.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
- Moon age
- 28.5 days
- New Moon
- in 1.2 days
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Moon Data for March 5, 2019
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 1.3%
- Moon age
- 28.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 405,996 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 March 5, 2019
What was the moon phase on March 5, 2019?
On Tuesday, March 5, 2019 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 1% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 28.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 5, 2019?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 and Thursday, March 21, 2019.
Was there a new moon on March 5, 2019?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, February 4, 2019 and Wednesday, March 6, 2019.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 5, 2019?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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