Moon Phase on April 23, 2020
On Thursday, April 23, 2020 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 0.4 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 02:26 UTC.
New · Moon phase
New Moon
Thursday, April 23, 2020
- Moon age
- 0.4 days
- First Quarter
- in 7.4 days
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Moon Data for April 23, 2020
- Phase
- New Moon
- Illumination
- 0.3%
- Moon age
- 0.4 days
- Direction
- New, then waxing
- Moon sign
- Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 403,861 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
| Phase | Date | Time (UTC) | Your local time |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | 02:26 UTC | Apr 23, 2:26 AM UTC |
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About the New Moon
The New Moon marks the beginning of the lunar cycle. The moon is positioned between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from our perspective. This phase represents new beginnings, fresh starts, and the planting of seeds for future growth.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for setting intentions, starting new projects, and embracing fresh opportunities. The darkness invites introspection and planning for the cycle ahead.
Questions About April 23, 2020
What was the moon phase on April 23, 2020?
On Thursday, April 23, 2020 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 0.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 23, 2020?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 and Thursday, May 7, 2020.
Was there a new moon on April 23, 2020?
Yes. The exact new moon was at 02:26 UTC on April 23, 2020.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 23, 2020?
The moon was in Taurus for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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