Moon Phase on March 8, 2021
On Monday, March 8, 2021 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 24% illuminated and 24.7 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Monday, March 8, 2021
- Moon age
- 24.7 days
- New Moon
- in 4.9 days
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Moon Data for March 8, 2021
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 24.4%
- Moon age
- 24.7 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 379,814 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 8, 2021
What was the moon phase on March 8, 2021?
On Monday, March 8, 2021 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 24% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 8, 2021?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, February 27, 2021 and Sunday, March 28, 2021.
Was there a new moon on March 8, 2021?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, February 11, 2021 and Saturday, March 13, 2021.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 8, 2021?
The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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