Moon Phase on December 12, 2023

On Tuesday, December 12, 2023 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 29.0 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 23:32 UTC.

New · Moon phase

New Moon

Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Illumination0%
Moon age
29.0 days
First Quarter
in 7.3 days

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Moon Data for December 12, 2023

Phase
New Moon
Illumination
0.4%
Moon age
29.0 days
Direction
New, then waxing
Moon sign
Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
377,050 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 December 12, 2023, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
New Moon23:32 UTCDec 12, 11:32 PM 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 December 12, 2023

What was the moon phase on December 12, 2023?

On Tuesday, December 12, 2023 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 29.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on December 12, 2023?

No. The closest full moons were on Monday, November 27, 2023 and Wednesday, December 27, 2023.

Was there a new moon on December 12, 2023?

Yes. The exact new moon was at 23:32 UTC on December 12, 2023.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 12, 2023?

The moon was in Sagittarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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