Moon Phase on April 5, 2024
On Friday, April 5, 2024 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 15% illuminated and 25.8 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Friday, April 5, 2024
- Moon age
- 25.8 days
- New Moon
- in 3.3 days
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Moon Data for April 5, 2024
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 15.2%
- Moon age
- 25.8 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 363,098 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 April 5, 2024
What was the moon phase on April 5, 2024?
On Friday, April 5, 2024 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 15% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.8 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on April 5, 2024?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, March 25, 2024 and Tuesday, April 23, 2024.
Was there a new moon on April 5, 2024?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, March 10, 2024 and Monday, April 8, 2024.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on April 5, 2024?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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