Moon Phase on September 12, 2021
On Sunday, September 12, 2021 the moon was a Waxing Crescent, 35% illuminated and 5.9 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Crescent
Sunday, September 12, 2021
- Moon age
- 5.9 days
- First Quarter
- in 1.4 days
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Moon Data for September 12, 2021
- Phase
- Waxing Crescent
- Illumination
- 34.7%
- Moon age
- 5.9 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 368,874 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 Waxing Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon becomes visible as it moves away from the Sun. This phase symbolizes growth, intention, and the first steps toward manifesting your goals.
Spiritual Meaning
Focus on taking action toward your intentions. This is a period of building momentum and gathering energy for what you wish to create.
Questions About September 12, 2021
What was the moon phase on September 12, 2021?
On Sunday, September 12, 2021 the moon was a Waxing Crescent, with 35% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 5.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on September 12, 2021?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, August 22, 2021 and Monday, September 20, 2021.
Was there a new moon on September 12, 2021?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 and Wednesday, October 6, 2021.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on September 12, 2021?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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