Moon Phase on March 18, 2020
On Wednesday, March 18, 2020 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 29% illuminated and 24.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
- Moon age
- 24.2 days
- New Moon
- in 5.9 days
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Moon Data for March 18, 2020
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 29.2%
- Moon age
- 24.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 393,463 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 18, 2020
What was the moon phase on March 18, 2020?
On Wednesday, March 18, 2020 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 29% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 18, 2020?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, March 9, 2020 and Wednesday, April 8, 2020.
Was there a new moon on March 18, 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 18, 2020?
The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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