Moon Phase on March 12, 2020
On Thursday, March 12, 2020 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 89% illuminated and 18.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, March 12, 2020
- Moon age
- 18.0 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.9 days
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Moon Data for March 12, 2020
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 88.7%
- Moon age
- 18.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra → Scorpio
- Distance from Earth
- 361,728 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 Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About March 12, 2020
What was the moon phase on March 12, 2020?
On Thursday, March 12, 2020 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 89% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 12, 2020?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, March 9, 2020 and Wednesday, April 8, 2020.
Was there a new moon on March 12, 2020?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, February 23, 2020 and Tuesday, March 24, 2020.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 12, 2020?
The moon moved from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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