Moon Phase on October 12, 2023
On Thursday, October 12, 2023 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 5% illuminated and 27.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, October 12, 2023
- Moon age
- 27.5 days
- New Moon
- in 2.2 days
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Moon Data for October 12, 2023
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 4.8%
- Moon age
- 27.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 402,846 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 October 12, 2023
What was the moon phase on October 12, 2023?
On Thursday, October 12, 2023 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 5% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on October 12, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, September 29, 2023 and Saturday, October 28, 2023.
Was there a new moon on October 12, 2023?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, September 15, 2023 and Saturday, October 14, 2023.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on October 12, 2023?
The moon was in Virgo for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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