Moon Phase on December 3, 2021
On Friday, December 3, 2021 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 1% illuminated and 28.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Friday, December 3, 2021
- Moon age
- 28.6 days
- New Moon
- in 0.8 days
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Moon Data for December 3, 2021
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 1.0%
- Moon age
- 28.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 357,639 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 December 3, 2021
What was the moon phase on December 3, 2021?
On Friday, December 3, 2021 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 1% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 28.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on December 3, 2021?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, November 19, 2021 and Sunday, December 19, 2021.
Was there a new moon on December 3, 2021?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, November 4, 2021 and Saturday, December 4, 2021.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 3, 2021?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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