Moon Phase on December 1, 2024

On Sunday, December 1, 2024 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 0.2 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 06:22 UTC.

New · Moon phase

New Moon

Sunday, December 1, 2024

Illumination0%
Moon age
0.2 days
First Quarter
in 7.1 days

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Moon Data for December 1, 2024

Phase
New Moon
Illumination
0.2%
Moon age
0.2 days
Direction
New, then waxing
Moon sign
Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
395,542 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 1, 2024, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
New Moon06:22 UTCDec 1, 6:22 AM 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 1, 2024

What was the moon phase on December 1, 2024?

On Sunday, December 1, 2024 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 0.2 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on December 1, 2024?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, November 15, 2024 and Sunday, December 15, 2024.

Was there a new moon on December 1, 2024?

Yes. The exact new moon was at 06:22 UTC on December 1, 2024.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on December 1, 2024?

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

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