Moon Phase on March 5, 2024

On Tuesday, March 5, 2024 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 31% illuminated and 24.0 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Illumination31%
Moon age
24.0 days
New Moon
in 4.9 days

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Moon Data for March 5, 2024

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
30.7%
Moon age
24.0 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Capricorn
Distance from Earth
375,366 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.

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 March 5, 2024

What was the moon phase on March 5, 2024?

On Tuesday, March 5, 2024 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 31% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on March 5, 2024?

No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, February 24, 2024 and Monday, March 25, 2024.

Was there a new moon on March 5, 2024?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, February 9, 2024 and Sunday, March 10, 2024.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 5, 2024?

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

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