Moon Phase on April 12, 2021

On Monday, April 12, 2021 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 0.4 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 02:31 UTC.

New · Moon phase

New Moon

Monday, April 12, 2021

Illumination0%
Moon age
0.4 days
First Quarter
in 7.8 days

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Moon Data for April 12, 2021

Phase
New Moon
Illumination
0.2%
Moon age
0.4 days
Direction
New, then waxing
Moon sign
Aries → Taurus
Distance from Earth
404,284 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

Principal moon phase on April 12, 2021, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
New Moon02:31 UTCApr 12, 2:31 AM UTC

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 12, 2021

What was the moon phase on April 12, 2021?

On Monday, April 12, 2021 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 12, 2021?

No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, March 28, 2021 and Tuesday, April 27, 2021.

Was there a new moon on April 12, 2021?

Yes. The exact new moon was at 02:31 UTC on April 12, 2021.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 12, 2021?

The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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