Moon Phase on March 21, 2020

On Saturday, March 21, 2020 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 8% illuminated and 26.9 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Saturday, March 21, 2020

Illumination8%
Moon age
26.9 days
New Moon
in 2.9 days

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Moon Data for March 21, 2020

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
7.6%
Moon age
26.9 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Aquarius → Pisces
Distance from Earth
403,372 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.

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 21, 2020

What was the moon phase on March 21, 2020?

On Saturday, March 21, 2020 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 8% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.9 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on March 21, 2020?

No. The closest full moons were on Monday, March 9, 2020 and Wednesday, April 8, 2020.

Was there a new moon on March 21, 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 21, 2020?

The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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